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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to London Gatwick Airport
Showing times and prices for Jan 08
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
82 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to London Gatwick Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to London Gatwick Airport will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Fast buses
Of the 4 buses that leave Luton for London Gatwick Airport on Thu, Jan 08, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct buses cover the 82 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
08:30PM4h25
Luton12:55AMLondon Gatwick Airport
$171One-way
0 transfers
05:00AM2h45
Luton07:45AMLondon Gatwick Airport
$311One-way
0 transfers
06:00PM2h20
Luton08:20PMLondon Gatwick Airport
$321One-way
0 transfers
06:20PM4h35
Luton10:55PMLondon Gatwick Airport
$321One-way
0 transfers
06:00PM2h20
Luton08:20PMLondon Gatwick Airport
$321One-way
0 transfers
05:00AM2h45
Luton07:45AMLondon Gatwick Airport
$311One-way
0 transfers
08:30PM4h25
Luton12:55AMLondon Gatwick Airport
$171One-way
0 transfers
06:20PM4h35
Luton10:55PMLondon Gatwick Airport
$321One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to London Gatwick Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to London Gatwick Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Luton to London Gatwick Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Live departures
Luton to London Gatwick Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to London Gatwick Airport buses for today, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 11:32 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LU757 · NXA2 | 11:45 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 3h10 | 2:55 AM London, Gatwick Airport Terminal North | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, January 8 | |||||
| 5:00 AM Luton | 2h45 | 7:45 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Luton | 2h20 | 8:20 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:20 PM Luton | 4h35 | 10:55 PM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 PM Luton | 4h25 | 12:55 AM London Gatwick Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Luton to London Gatwick Airport run on average 41 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by train.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:35, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $15 (€12)
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 03:35 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $15 (€12)
Bus providers: National Express from Luton to London Gatwick AirportYou can travel by bus between Luton to London Gatwick Airport with National Express for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
$17 (€14)
National Express frequency
42 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to London Gatwick Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Gatwick Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) can start from as little as $22 (€18) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is $35 (€28); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Luton is on average 2 h 10 min for the 50 mile (81 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 12: 01AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) leaves at 11: 45PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) without having to change trains with National Express. There are 13 direct buses from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) you can take a bus with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between Luton and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) by bus is August.
You have options as you can travel to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) from Luton 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for bus company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) depends on the bus company:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW):
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Luton to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with the following bus company: National Express.
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