How to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton

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Compare train and bus for Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of DKK 238 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of DKK 238, while a bus costs an average of DKK 240.

Distance: 26 miles (42 km)

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DKK 240

Average price

DKK 238

Average price

Cheapest

DKK 89

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 7m

Average total duration

2h 37m

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30m

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1h 55m

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1h 25m

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1h 4m

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0.0 - 0.0kg

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National Express

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Greater Anglia

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Compare ways to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton

Compare the available ways to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton is a train with an average price of DKK 238.

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton:

A train is DKK 3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton costing on average DKK 240.

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton is by train with an average journey time of 1h 55m.

Other travel options to Luton take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Luton including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton 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 DKK 240 compared to roughly DKK 89 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -DKK 151. The journey takes 2h 37m versus 1h 4m 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton

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

Our recommendation

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

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FAQs: Travel from Stansted Mountfitchet 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 Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton.

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There are 2 options to travel between Stansted Mountfitchet and Luton including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton is a train with an average price of DKK 238.

This is compared to other travel options from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton:

A train is DKK 3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton costing on average DKK 240.

The fastest way to travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton is by train with an average journey time of 1h 55m.

Other travel options to Luton take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 7m.

The distance from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton is approximately 26 miles (42 km).
The average frequency per day from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton is:
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton:
  • Trains mostly depart from Stansted Mountfitchet station (SST) and arrive in Luton station (LUT).
  • Buses mostly depart from Stansted, London Stansted Airport Coach Station and arrive in Luton, Station Interchange.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Luton by bus.
  • Travel with Greater Anglia, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway to go to Luton by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton:
  • 7 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Stansted Mountfitchet to Luton often also extend their vacation to go to London, London St Pancras International (STP), Oxford, Cambridge, Longford. 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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