How to travel from Newcastle to Luton

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Newcastle to Luton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $71.

Distance: 219 miles (353 km)

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Flight

$111

Average price

$40

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Cheapest

$162

Average price

4h 17m

Average total duration

3h 47m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 25m

Average total duration

7h 55m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 15m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

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0.4 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.1kg

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London North Eastern Railway

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National Express

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British Airways

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Luton is a bus with an average price of $40.

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

A bus is $71 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Luton costing on average $111.

A bus is $123 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Luton costing on average $162.

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Luton is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 15m.

Other travel options to Luton take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 47m.

Bus takes on average 7h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Newcastle and Luton including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Newcastle to Luton among Omio's users.

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from Newcastle to Luton

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • National ExpressNX426 · NX707
    2:45 PM7h20
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    10:05 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX426 · NX707
    2:45 PM7h20
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    10:05 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • London North Eastern RailwayG08170+ThameslinkW45535
    7:01 AM3h56
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    10:57 AMLuton station (LUT)
    $3131One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • CrossCountryW29925+East Midlands RailwayW70775 · W70685 · C04229
    6:23 AM4h32
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    10:55 AMLuton station (LUT)
    $1971One-way
    3 transfers
  • CrossCountryG01140+East Midlands RailwayW70691 · W70781 · C04235
    6:40 AM5h15
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    11:55 AMLuton station (LUT)
    $1971One-way
    3 transfers
  • London North Eastern RailwayC01949+ThameslinkW32945
    7:04 AM4h06
    Newcastle station (NCL)
    11:10 AMLuton station (LUT)
    $3131One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX172 · NX240
    5:35 PM11h55
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    5:30 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    $661One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX598 · NX707
    12:40 AM6h50
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    7:30 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    $671One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX426 · NX707
    7:45 AM7h25
    Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station
    3:10 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    $671One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Newcastle to Luton

Travel to Luton 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 Newcastle to Luton.

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There are 3 options to travel between Newcastle and Luton including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Newcastle to Luton is a bus with an average price of $40.

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

A bus is $71 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Luton costing on average $111.

A bus is $123 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Luton costing on average $162.

The fastest way to travel from Newcastle to Luton is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 15m.

Other travel options to Luton take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 47m.

Bus takes on average 7h 55m.

The distance from Newcastle to Luton is approximately 219 miles (353 km).
The average frequency per day from Newcastle to Luton is:
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 7 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Newcastle to Luton:
  • Buses mostly depart from Newcastle upon Tyne, Coach Station and arrive in Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station.
  • Trains mostly depart from Newcastle station (NCL) and arrive in Luton station (LUT).
  • Flights mostly depart from Newcastle Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newcastle to Luton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, CrossCountry, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway to go to Luton by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Luton by bus.
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Luton by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Newcastle to Luton:
  • 5 direct flights per day with British Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Newcastle to Luton often also extend their vacation to go to London, Oxford, Longford, Milton Keynes, Stansted Mountfitchet. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Luton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Luton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Luton, visitors can explore The Mall Luton for shopping and dining, enjoy family-friendly activities at Woodside Animal Farm, and shop for fresh produce and crafts at Luton Indoor Market. For outdoor activities, Stockwood Park offers a space for picnics and sports. For entertainment, The Galaxy provides a cinema and bowling alley. Key sights include the Stockwood Discovery Centre with its local history exhibits and gardens, Wardown House Museum and Gallery, Luton Hoo Estate with its gardens and golf course, Whipsnade Zoo, and The Hat Factory Arts Centre, which hosts performances and art exhibitions.
Visitors typically find that spending one to two days in Luton is sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown House, and the charming local parks.
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