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Compare bus and train for Luton to Rugby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Rugby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. 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 train costs an average of $39, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Rugby:
A train is $26 (€21) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Luton to Rugby costing on average $72 (€59).
Other travel options to Rugby take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 51m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Luton to Rugby Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator West Midlands Trains | Departure Time 07:14AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h31 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Rugby
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Buses from Luton to Rugby run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 49 miles (80 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 31m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Bus from Luton to Rugby
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