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The cheapest and fastest buses from Reading to London Luton Airport
Showing times and prices for Jun 20
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
62 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reading to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to London Luton Airport will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Reading to London Luton Airport without transferring at least once.
RRRA1 · NX2407:25 AM2h55Reading, Blagrave Street10:20 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$561One-way1 transfer- RRRA1 · NX2305:49 PM3h06Reading, Blagrave Street8:55 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$611One-way1 transfer
- RRRA1 · NX23011:43 AM2h52Reading, Blagrave Street2:35 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$611One-way1 transfer
- RRRA1 · NX2305:25 AM2h45Reading, Blagrave Street8:10 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$611One-way1 transfer
- RRRA1 · NX2304:23 PM3h02Reading, Blagrave Street7:25 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$641One-way1 transfer
- RRRA1 · NX2309:05 AM2h35Reading, Blagrave Street11:40 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$671One-way1 transfer
- RRRA1 · NX2303:43 PM2h42Reading, Blagrave Street6:25 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$651One-way1 transfer
- RRRA1 · NX2315:25 AM2h45Reading, Blagrave Street8:10 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$861One-way1 transfer
- RRRA1 · NX2305:25 AM2h45Reading, Blagrave Street8:10 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$611One-way1 transfer
- RRRA1 · NX2309:03 PM2h47Reading, Blagrave Street11:50 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$651One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus for Reading to London Luton Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Reading to London Luton Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a bus costs an average of $57.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Reading to London Luton Airport is a bus with an average price of $62 (€51).
The fastest way to travel from Reading to London Luton Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 27m.
Other travel options to London Luton Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 13m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Reading and London Luton Airport.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Reading to London Luton Airport among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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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.
Reading to London Luton Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:22AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:27AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h53 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:22AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h58 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:23AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h57 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:43AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:03PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:23PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h57 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:44PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:43PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h42 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:44PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h06 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:23PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 3h02 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:43PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 3h12 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:49PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 3h06 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:31PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:03PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:03PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:03PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Live departures
Reading to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to London Luton Airport buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:45 AM Reading | 3h00 | 2:45 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:44 PM Reading | 3h06 | 5:50 PM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:03 PM Reading | 3h27 | 12:30 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:03 PM Reading | 4h57 | 4:00 AM London Luton Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| RRRA1 · NX231 | 4:20 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h50 | 7:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| RRRA1 · NX231 | 5:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h45 | 8:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | Delayed 5:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h45 | 10:20 AM 10:20 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | Delayed 6:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h55 | 10:20 AM 10:20 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| RRRA1 · NX240 | 7:25 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h55 | 10:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | On time 9:05 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h35 | 11:40 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| RRRA1 · NX230 | On time 10:23 AM Reading, Blagrave Street | 2h57 | 1:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Reading to London Luton Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 23:03. The fastest bus covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 2h 52m.
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 38 miles (62 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 2h 52m |
First bus 3:20 AM |
Last bus 11:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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, RailAir from Reading to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Reading to London Luton Airport with National Express, RailAir for as low as $57 (€46). 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
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€46)
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.
RailAir
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 59m
Cheapest Price
$68 (€56)
RailAir frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Bus from Reading to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Reading to London Luton Airport can start from as little as $57 (€46) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Reading to London Luton Airport is $62 (€51) ; 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 Reading to London Luton Airport is 2h 52m to travel the 38 miles (62 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 Reading to London Luton Airport leaves at 3:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Reading to London Luton Airport leaves at 11:03 PM.
There are 17 buses a day from Reading to London Luton Airport which require at least one change with National Express, RailAir. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Reading to London Luton Airport, you can count on National Express, RailAir for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Reading and London Luton Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport from Reading is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 52m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Reading to London Luton Airport is April.
Yes, you can take a bus between Reading and London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Reading to London Luton Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Reading to London Luton Airport for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Reading to London Luton Airport 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 Reading to London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Reading to London Luton Airport:
- 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 Reading to London Luton Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Reading to London Luton Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Reading to London Luton Airport with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Reading to London Luton Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Reading to London Luton Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
Since neither Reading nor London Luton Airport are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Reading to London Luton Airport among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Reading to London Luton Airport
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