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The cheapest and fastest buses from Swansea to Luton
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
244 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Swansea to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swansea to Luton will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Swansea to Luton without transferring at least once.
NX507 · NXA104:35PM7h15
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station11:50PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$451One-way
1 transfer
NX507 · NXA3108:30AM7h00
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station03:30PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$451One-way
1 transfer
NX507 · NXA106:40AM7h25
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station02:05PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$511One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:20PM10h25
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station09:45AMLuton
$531One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:20AM9h15
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station08:35PMLuton
$531One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX23006:00AM5h45
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station11:45AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$741One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX23010:20AM6h00
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station04:20PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$1081One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX23002:10AM6h15
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station08:25AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$681One-way
1 transfer
NX202 · NX23003:10AM6h15
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station09:25AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$881One-way
1 transfer
NX201 · NX23001:15PM6h15
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station07:30PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
$1011One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Swansea to Luton
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €50.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€36 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Swansea to Luton Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Live departures
Swansea to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Swansea to Luton buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 4:48 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:40 AM Swansea | 7h40 | 1:20 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:15 PM Swansea | 7h40 | 8:55 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:35 PM Swansea | 7h15 | 10:50 PM Luton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
| NX201 · NX230 | On time 2:10 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h15 | 8:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX202 · NX230 | 3:10 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h15 | 9:25 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX240 | On time 4:00 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h20 | 10:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX230 | On time 6:00 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 5h45 | 11:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX230 | On time 8:05 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h40 | 2:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX230 | On time 10:20 AM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h00 | 4:20 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX230 | On time 1:15 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 6h15 | 7:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX201 · NX230 | On time 3:00 PM Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station | 7h30 | 10:30 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Swansea to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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 151 miles (244 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 01:10 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Swansea to Luton start from as low as $26 (€21) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $43 (€36) depending on the train type and class.
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 from Swansea to LutonYou can travel by bus between Swansea to Luton with National Express for as low as $26 (€21). 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
6h 15m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
National Express frequency
12 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.
FAQs: Bus from Swansea to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swansea to Luton 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 Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Swansea to Luton can start from as little as $30 (€25) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Swansea to Luton is $48 (€39); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Swansea to Luton bus travel time is 6 h 45 min for the 151 mile (244 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Swansea to Luton leaves at 5: 35AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Swansea to Luton leaves at 10: 20PM.
There are 10 buses a day from Swansea to Luton which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Swansea to Luton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Luton. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service to Luton from Swansea and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Swansea to Luton by bus is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Swansea to Luton including taking a bus or train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Swansea to Luton:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Swansea to Luton for bus company National Express.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Luton are:
- Stockwood Discovery Centre, a museum featuring local history exhibits, gardens, and a collection of horse-drawn carriages
- Wardown House Museum and Gallery, a Victorian mansion offering art exhibitions and insights into Luton's history
- Luton Hoo Estate, a historic country house with expansive gardens and a golf course
- Whipsnade Zoo, a large zoo home to a variety of animals and conservation programs
- The Hat Factory Arts Centre, a cultural venue hosting performances, workshops, and art exhibitions.
The best things to do in Luton include:
- The Mall Luton, a large shopping center with a variety of retail stores and dining options
- Woodside Animal Farm, a family-friendly attraction featuring a range of animals, play areas, and seasonal events
- Luton Indoor Market, a bustling market offering a variety of goods from fresh produce to unique crafts
- Stockwood Park, a large public park perfect for picnics, walks, and outdoor sports
- The Galaxy, an entertainment complex featuring a cinema, bowling alley, and restaurants.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Swansea to Luton depends on the bus company:
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Swansea to Luton, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Swansea to Luton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Swansea to Luton:
- 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 Swansea to Luton:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Swansea to Luton.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Swansea to Luton with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Swansea to Luton with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Swansea to Luton with the following bus company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Swansea to Luton
Swansea
Luton
The major bus station for departures in Swansea is Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station for your trip from Swansea to Luton.
Swansea, Quadrant Bus Station
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Swansea, University Bay Campus
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The major bus station for arrivals in Luton is Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) for your trip to Luton from Swansea.
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