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Cheap bus tickets from Luton to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Cheapest

$33

Average

$40

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.

Cheapest

01:35AM3h15

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

04:50AMNottingham

$331One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

04:30AM5h45

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

10:15AMNottingham

$351One-way

1 transfer

01:20PM3h10

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

04:30PMNottingham

$431One-way

1 transfer

05:50PM3h50

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

09:40PMNottingham

$431One-way

1 transfer

11:25AM3h15

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

02:40PMNottingham

$461One-way

1 transfer

Luton to Nottingham bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, October 14

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
National Express	01:35AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h15	04:50AM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	04:30AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	5h45	10:15AM Nottingham	1 transfer
National Express	08:30AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h55	11:25AM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	09:30AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h00	12:30PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	10:25AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h00	01:25PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	11:25AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h15	02:40PM Nottingham	1 transfer
National Express	11:50AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h05	02:55PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	01:20PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h10	04:30PM Nottingham	1 transfer
National Express	01:25PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h15	04:40PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	02:50PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h15	06:05PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	04:25PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h05	07:30PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	05:35PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h00	08:35PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	05:50PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	3h50	09:40PM Nottingham	1 transfer
National Express	06:55PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h55	09:50PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	07:35PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h55	10:30PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	09:00PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h55	11:55PM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	10:35PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h55	01:30AM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
National Express	11:55PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station	2h50	02:45AM Nottingham	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book bus tickets from Luton to Nottingham?

The best time to book your bus from Luton to Nottingham is 6 days before departure. See how prices for buses change on the Luton to Nottingham route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Luton to Nottingham per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your bus from Luton to Nottingham.

Buses

from $21

Trains

from $48

Bus times from Luton to Nottingham

Showing times and prices for Oct 14

Fastest Journey

2 h 50 m

Average

3 h 14 m

Buses per day

Distance

129 km

Of the 18 buses that leave Luton for Nottingham every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

11:55PM2h50

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

02:45AMNottingham

$471One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

07:35PM2h55

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

10:30PMNottingham

$471One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

10:35PM2h55

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

01:30AMNottingham

$471One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

06:55PM2h55

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

09:50PMNottingham

$471One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

09:00PM2h55

Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station

11:55PMNottingham

$471One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from Luton to Nottingham

Distance	80 miles (129 km)
Average bus duration	2 h 50 min
Average bus ticket price	$39 (€33)
Direct bus	Yes
Bus providers	National Express or FlixBus

Buses from Luton to Nottingham cover the 80 miles (129 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 50 min with our travel partners like National Express or FlixBus. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $39 (€33), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $11 (€10). Travelers depart most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange and arrive in Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus from Luton to Nottingham

National Express and FlixBus buses will get you between Luton and Nottingham from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus from Luton to Nottingham, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

National Express from Luton to Nottingham bus information:

Average Duration: 2 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: $20
National Express frequency: 11 a day

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Luton to Nottingham bus information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 5 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $9

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

FAQs: Take the bus from Luton to Nottingham with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Nottingham.

Cheap bus tickets from Luton to Nottingham can start from as little as $11 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Luton to Nottingham is $39 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Luton to Nottingham bus travel time is 2 h 50 min for the 80 mile (129 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Luton to Nottingham leaves at 5: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Luton to Nottingham leaves at 10: 55 PM.

For the journey from Luton to Nottingham you can take a bus with National Express or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to Nottingham from Luton on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Luton, Station Interchange, which is located around 0.2 miles (342 m) 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.

A trip to Nottingham from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Luton to Nottingham by bus is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Nottingham including taking a train or bus.