How to travel from Luton to York

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Compare bus and train for Luton to York

Omio 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 €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 53m. 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 €25, while a train costs an average of €84.

Distance: 146 miles (235 km)

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€25

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Cheapest

€84

Average price

€52

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 4m

Average total duration

5h 34m

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2h 53m

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2h 23m

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3h 11m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Luton to York is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to York:

A bus is €60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to York costing on average €84.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to York is by train with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and York including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Luton to York among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €52 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €28. The journey takes 5h 34m 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.

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from Luton to York

How to get from Luton to York by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Luton to York is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:45 AM4h45
    Luton
    6:30 AMYork, Train Station
    171One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:45 AM4h45
    Luton
    6:30 AMYork, Train Station
    171One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • East Midlands RailwayC04213+London North Eastern RailwayG80214
    8:28 AM2h47
    Luton station (LUT)
    11:15 AMYork station (YRK)
    911One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • East Midlands RailwayC04226+London North Eastern RailwayG80227
    10:28 AM2h48
    Luton station (LUT)
    1:16 PMYork station (YRK)
    911One-way
    1 transfer
  • East Midlands RailwayC04219+London North Eastern RailwayG80219
    9:28 AM2h49
    Luton station (LUT)
    12:17 PMYork station (YRK)
    911One-way
    1 transfer
  • ThameslinkC02664+London North Eastern RailwayG80222
    9:42 AM3h21
    Luton station (LUT)
    1:03 PMYork station (YRK)
    911One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNXA31 · NX426 · YC840
    5:05 AM8h10
    Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    1:15 PMYork, Station Rd
    281One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNXA31 · NX426 · YC843
    11:45 AM8h57
    Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    8:42 PMYork, Station Rd
    281One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNXA1 · NX591 · YC843
    6:05 AM8h58
    Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    3:03 PMYork, Station Rd
    281One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Luton to York

Travel to York easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to York.

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There are 2 options to travel between Luton and York including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to York is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Luton to York:

A bus is €87 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Luton to York costing on average €111.

The fastest way to travel from Luton to York is by train with an average journey time of 3h 1m.

Other travel options to York take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 4m.

The distance from Luton to York is approximately 146 miles (235 km).
The average frequency per day from Luton to York is:
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and York as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Luton to York:
  • Trains mostly depart from Luton station (LUT) and arrive in York station (YRK).
  • Buses mostly depart from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station and arrive in York, Station Rd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton to York, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, east_midlands_trains to go to York by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to York by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Luton to York often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds, Whitby. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between York and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in York to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In York, you can explore the York Castle Museum to learn about the city's social history, walk the scenic York City Walls, and visit the York Art Gallery to see diverse art collections. A boat tour on the River Ouse offers a unique city perspective, while ghost tours delve into York's haunted past. Must-see sights include York Minster with its stunning architecture, The Shambles street, Clifford's Tower for panoramic views, Jorvik Viking Centre for Viking heritage, and the National Railway Museum with its historic trains.
For a fulfilling visit to York, plan to spend around 2 to 3 days. This allows time to explore key attractions like York Minster, the Shambles, and the city walls, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.

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