- Must visit
National Railway Museum
Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Cheapest price on Sep 12
zł78
Average ticket price on Sep 12
zł170
Fastest journey on Sep 12
4 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
6 h 6 m
Buses on Sep 12
19
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to York is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to York will cost around zł170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł78.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 19 buses from Luton to York, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct buses cover the 235 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest buses will take 7 h 28 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.
FlixBus
NXA1 · NX591 · YC843
NXA31 · NX426 · YC843
NXA31 · NX561 · YC843
NXA31 · NX561 · YC843
FlixBus
NX737 · NX561
NX737 · NX561
NXA31 · NX561
NX240 · YC843Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to York among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł227 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł227, while a train costs an average of zł512.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł227 Average price Cheapest | zł512 Average price | zł240 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 York:
A bus is zł285 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to York costing on average zł512.
Other travel options to York take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 28m.
Tickets start at around zł227 compared to roughly zł240 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł13. The journey takes 6h 28m versus 3h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price zł75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł78 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł176 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł197 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:43AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 8h42 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł177 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł134 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:28AM | Arrival Time 03:03PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł171 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 03:03PM | Duration 8h58 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł128 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 03:49PM | Duration 9h09 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price zł153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł121 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł171 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł181 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł128 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 06:41PM | Duration 8h16 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł197 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 05:32PM | Duration 6h57 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł226 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:42PM | Duration 9h57 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł128 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:42PM | Duration 9h42 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł171 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price zł128 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:42PM | Duration 8h42 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł171 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł237 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł194 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł238 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł256 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł231 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł265 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł259 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 08:12AM | Duration 11h17 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł177 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:12AM | Duration 11h12 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł134 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł201 |
The table below shows live departures for Luton to York buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 1:45 AM Luton | 4h45 | 6:30 AM York, Train Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LU757 · NX426 · YC840 | 4:43 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 8h32 | 1:15 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NXA31 · NX426 · YC840 | 5:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 8h10 | 1:15 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
LU757 · NX591 · YC843 | 5:28 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 9h35 | 3:03 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NXA1 · NX591 · YC843 | 6:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 8h58 | 3:03 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
LU757 · NX561 · YC843 | 8:20 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 9h25 | 5:45 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NXA31 · NX561 · YC843 | 8:40 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 9h05 | 5:45 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NX240 · YC843 | 10:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h38 | 6:03 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX240 · YC843 | 10:35 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 7h28 | 6:03 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NXA31 · NX561 · YC843 | 10:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 9h01 | 7:46 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
LU757 · NX561 · YC843 | 11:00 AM Luton, Station Interchange | 8h46 | 7:46 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NXA31 · NX426 · YC843 | 11:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 8h57 | 8:42 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
LU757 · NX426 · YC843 | 12:00 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 8h42 | 8:42 PM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
LU757 · NX561 | 1:20 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 7h50 | 9:10 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NXA31 · NX561 | 1:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 7h25 | 9:10 PM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX561 | 6:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h30 | 12:20 AM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX561 | 7:00 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 5h20 | 12:20 AM York, Station Rd | 1 transfer | |
LU757 · NX467 · YC843 | 8:55 PM Luton, Station Interchange | 12h58 | 9:53 AM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
NXA2 · NX467 · YC843 | 9:00 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 12h53 | 9:53 AM York, Station Rd | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Luton to York run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł74 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price zł74 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of York — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect York trip today.
Major railway museum with iconic locomotives, royal trains, and engineering exhibits. One of Britain's best family-friendly museums.
Immersive walk-through museum recreating Victorian streets, shops, and homes. Brilliant for understanding everyday life in historic York.
York's main city museum with archaeology, Roman finds, and local history. Set in beautiful gardens beside abbey ruins.
Narrow medieval street with overhanging timber-framed buildings and many independent shops. York's most famous and atmospheric lane.
Peaceful riverside gardens with abbey ruins, museum access, and lawns. Ideal for a scenic break amid York's historic core.
Grand civic street lined with historic buildings, gardens, and cultural sites. A key route for exploring the heart of York.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding served with roast beef and gravy, iconic across Yorkshire and a staple of the traditional Sunday roast.
York ham is a prized cured ham from the city, traditionally mild, tender, and often served thick-cut in sandwiches, salads, or classic British meals.
Parkin is a sticky ginger cake made with oats and treacle, strongly linked to Yorkshire and especially eaten around Bonfire Night.
Michelin-starred fine dining by Tommy Banks, known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in an elegant city-centre setting.
Beloved tearoom serving York rarebit, afternoon tea, and the famous fat rascal in an old-fashioned, bustling setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for very fresh fish, shellfish, and a smart but relaxed dining room in central York.
Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller towns, but transit is limited and many sights are walkable.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to York 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 York, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Luton to York buses use the Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station to York, Station Rd station pair, with some services arriving at York, Rail Station. Use this guide to compare Luton and York bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Luton, Station Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and fast food options nearby.
WiFi is available at nearby facilities. ATMs are aTM available within short walking distance.
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Station Interchange.
Available at Luton, Station Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Station Interchange: Ramps and accessible routes available for wheelchairs.
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) is 3 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney). ATMs are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Ticket office support is available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney).
Available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton, Halfway Avenue/Dunstable Road (Challney): Limited accessibility.
York, Station Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at York, Station Rd. ATMs are available at York, Station Rd.
Ticket office support is available at York, Station Rd.
Available at York, Station Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Station Rd: Accessible with ramps for wheelchairs.
York, Rail Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at York, Rail Station. ATMs are available at York, Rail Station.
Ticket office support is available at York, Rail Station.
Available at York, Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Rail Station: Standard accessibility features available.
York, Train Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Available in waiting areas. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at York, Train Station.
Available at York, Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at York, Train Station: Wheelchair accessible entrances and exits.
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