The cheapest and fastest buses from Luton to Norwich
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
143 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Norwich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Norwich will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 17 buses that leave Luton for Norwich on Sat, Jun 20, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 143 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
FlixBus7:05 PM3h05Luton10:10 PMNorwich, Bus Station$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:40 AM3h25Luton2:05 PMNorwich, Bus Station$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:55 AM3h20Luton10:15 AMNorwich, Bus Station$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:20 PM3h20Luton1:40 AMNorwich, Bus Station$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:20 PM3h00Luton1:20 AMNorwich, University Of East Anglia$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:20 PM3h00Luton1:20 AMNorwich, University Of East Anglia$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:05 PM3h05Luton10:10 PMNorwich, Bus Station$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:10 PM3h05Luton11:15 PMNorwich, University Of East Anglia$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:40 AM3h15Luton11:55 AMNorwich, University Of East Anglia$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:20 PM3h20Luton1:40 AMNorwich, Bus Station$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Norwich
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Luton to Norwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. 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 bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 88 miles (143 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Norwich:
A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to Norwich costing on average $58 (€47).
Other travel options to Norwich take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
You'll arrive about -2h -1m sooner (3h 13m by bus vs 2h 12m by car) and save roughly $-10.35 (€-8.48) compared to fuel and tolls ($46 (€37) vs $35 (€29)). 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.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
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 Norwich Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 08:17AM | Arrival Time 12:17PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 09:17AM | Arrival Time 01:17PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greater Anglia | Departure Time 10:17AM | Arrival Time 02:46PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Live departures
Luton to Norwich bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Norwich buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX737 · NX728 | 6:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h50 | 12:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Luton | 3h20 | 10:15 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Luton | 3h15 | 11:55 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Luton | 3h35 | 12:15 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX786 · NX728 | Delayed 11:00 AM 9:05 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h35 | 1:40 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Luton | 3h25 | 2:05 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX786 · NX727 | On time 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h10 | 5:50 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA31 · NX491 | On time 12:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 6h00 | 6:45 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX727 | On time 1:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h35 | 7:30 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX786 · NX727 | On time 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h35 | 10:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA1 · NX491 | On time 6:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h40 | 11:45 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Luton | 3h05 | 10:10 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Luton | 3h20 | 11:30 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Luton | 3h05 | 11:15 PM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX786 · NX727 | On time 9:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 4h25 | 1:35 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Luton | 3h20 | 1:40 AM Norwich, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Luton | 3h00 | 1:20 AM Norwich, University Of East Anglia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
NX737 · NX728 | On time 6:10 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h50 | 12:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX737 · NX727 | On time 1:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h05 | 7:00 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NXA1 · NX491 | On time 6:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 5h40 | 11:45 PM Norwich, Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Norwich
Buses from Luton to Norwich run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:24, the last at 23:47. The fastest bus covers the 88 miles (143 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 88 miles (143 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 12:24 AM |
Last bus 11:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Luton to NorwichYou can travel by bus between Luton to Norwich with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Luton to Norwich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton to Norwich 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 Norwich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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