4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Nottingham
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Nottingham will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 3 buses that leave Luton for Nottingham on Mon, Dec 01, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€24 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Luton to Nottingham Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Live departures
Luton to Nottingham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Nottingham buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX230 | Delayed 6:20 AM 1:35 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 4:50 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX440 · NX196 | 2:55 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h40 | 6:35 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NXA2 · NX450 | Delayed 6:30 AM 4:30 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h35 | 3:30 PM 3:30 PMNottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 | On time 8:15 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 11:10 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 9:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h00 | 12:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 10:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 1:20 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 · NX450 | On time 11:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h40 | 2:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 | On time 11:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h05 | 2:50 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 · NX450 | On time 1:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 4:30 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 | On time 1:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h15 | 4:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 2:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h05 | 5:45 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 4:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 3h05 | 7:05 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX240 | 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h50 | 8:15 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 5h10 | 11:00 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 5h00 | 10:50 PM Nottingham, University of Nottingham | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 | On time 6:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 9:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX737 · NX450 | On time 6:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 9:40 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX230 | On time 7:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 10:25 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 9:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 11:55 PM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 10:35 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h55 | 1:30 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX230 | On time 11:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 2h50 | 2:45 AM Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Nottingham
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Buses from Luton to Nottingham run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Luton to NottinghamYou can travel by bus between Luton to Nottingham with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
Buses from Luton to Nottingham
Those departing from Luton to Nottingham can join the service at either Luton Airport or Luton Bus Station. Regular National Express coaches depart on the 100-mile route, with up to 24 services per day. Passengers can expect journey times of between 2 hours 40 minutes to just over 3 hours for direct routes. Indirect journeys can be completed in as little as 3 hours 10 minutes, with a change at either Milton Keynes or London Victoria.
Which bus companies travel from Luton to Nottingham?
All buses to Nottingham from Luton are provided by National Express. As the leading providers of coach and bus transport across the UK, National Express works hard to ensure travelers are comfortable for the duration of their trip. They provide wifi, charging sockets and seating with leg room for all customers whilst onboard their services.
How long is the bus from Luton to Nottingham?
The fastest journey from Luton to Nottingham can be completed in as little as 2 hours 40 minutes. All direct services complete the journey in under 3 hours, with some variation in travel time, taking into account traffic that may be encountered during peak travel time. The fastest indirect service takes 2 hours 45 minutes, with a swift transfer at Milton Keynes, making indirect travel a viable option.
How many buses are there from Luton to Nottingham?
On any given day, National Express offers up to 24 routes from Luton to Nottingham. Passengers can choose to depart from Luton Airport or Luton Bus Station. Most direct services leave from Luton Airport, while services from Luton Bus station usually require a change at Milton Keynes. Departure times are spread throughout the day, from as early as 7:00 a.m. through til midnight.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Luton to Nottingham?
Departure station: Buses from Luton to Nottingham depart at either Luton Airport Station or Luton Bus Station. As the name would suggest, the Airport station is directly outside the terminal, helpful for those arriving by plane. Luton Bus station is located directly next to the train station.
Arrival station: Passengers will alight at Nottingham Station Street, just half a mile from the center of town. Located less than 2 minutes from the train station, onward travel is easy to organize.
FAQs: Bus from Luton to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Nottingham Castle, a historic site offering panoramic views and a museum with art and archaeology exhibits
- Wollaton Hall, an Elizabethan mansion set in a deer park, housing the Nottingham Natural History Museum
- The City of Caves, an underground attraction exploring Nottingham's network of sandstone caves
- Nottingham Contemporary, a leading contemporary art gallery hosting diverse exhibitions and events
- Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, one of England's oldest pubs, built into the rocks beneath Nottingham Castle.
- Old Market Square, the city's central hub for shopping, dining, and events
- Attenborough Nature Reserve, a beautiful area for birdwatching and walking trails
- Nottingham Playhouse, a vibrant theatre offering a range of performances
- Green's Windmill and Science Centre, a restored 19th-century windmill with interactive exhibits
- The Arboretum, a historic park perfect for a leisurely stroll and picnics.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Luton to Nottingham
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Broadmarsh (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Coffee Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Train: East Midlands Railway
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