Luton to Slough bus with National Express

Thu, Jan 29
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Slough

Showing times and prices for Jan 29

Cheapest price

$25

Average price

$25

Fastest journey

3 h 38 m

Average duration

3 h 47 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

43 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Slough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Luton to Slough will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Luton for Slough on Thu, Jan 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jan 29 the direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .

On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest buses will take 3 h 56 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.

National Express
04:35PM3h38
Luton
08:13PMSlough
$251One-way
0 transfers
National Express
03:20PM3h56
Luton
07:16PMSlough
$261One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Luton to Slough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Slough 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 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €25.

Distance: 26 miles (43 km)

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Train

€20

Average price

Cheapest

€38

Average price

3h 24m

Average total duration

2h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 42m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 12m

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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Luton to Slough Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:20AM
Arrival Time
04:20AM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$10

Live departures

Luton to Slough bus times

The table below shows live departures for Luton to Slough buses for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 1:36 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:00 PM Luton
1h00
3:00 PM London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 30 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Luton to Slough buses with Omio?

National Express as well as Arriva UK offer buses services from Luton to Slough.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Luton to Slough.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Arriva UK to find the best option for your trip from Luton to Slough.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Luton to Slough.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Slough

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Buses from Luton to Slough run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:09, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 3h 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
Distance
26 miles (43 km)
Average bus duration
2h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
$15 (€12)
Buses per day
37
Fastest bus
3h 10m
First bus
00:09
Last bus
23:50
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

Bus providers: National Express, Arriva UK from Luton to SloughYou can travel by bus between Luton to Slough with National Express, Arriva UK 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
3h 10m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
National Express frequency
39 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.

Arriva UK

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 47m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€17)
Arriva UK frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Bus from Luton to Slough

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Slough 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 Slough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Luton to Slough can start from as little as $15 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Luton to Slough is $25 (€20) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Luton to Slough is 3h 10m to travel the 26 miles (43 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Luton to Slough leaves at 12:09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Luton to Slough leaves at 11:50 PM.
There are 37 buses a day from Luton to Slough which require at least one change with National Express, Arriva UK. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Luton to Slough, you can count on National Express, Arriva UK for the best way to get you to Slough. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Luton and Slough and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Slough from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Luton to Slough is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Slough including taking a bus and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Luton to Slough:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Luton to Slough for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Luton to Slough depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Luton to Slough.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Luton to Slough:
  • 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 Slough:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Luton to Slough.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Luton to Slough with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Luton to Slough with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Luton to Slough with the following bus company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Luton to Slough

Luton
Slough
The major bus station for departures in Luton is Luton, Station Interchange. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Station Interchange for your trip from Luton to Slough.
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