Bus Nottingham to Luton: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Nottingham to Luton

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Nottingham to Luton from various bus operators like National Express or FlixBus for the next days.

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Thursday

$16

Friday

$29

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Monday

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 20m	8:05 AM	Nottingham	University North Entrance	12:25 PM	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 8:05:00 AM to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
FlixBus	4h 5m	8:20 AM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	12:25 PM	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	$16	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 8:20:00 AM to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 12:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
National Express	6h 50m	5:30 PM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	12:20 AM	Luton	Interchange	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 5:30:00 PM to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 12:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 50m
National Express	2h 50m	12:45 AM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	3:35 AM	Luton	Interchange	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 12:45:00 AM to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	2h 50m	1:30 AM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	4:20 AM	Luton	Interchange	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/10/2026 1:30:00 AM to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/10/2026 4:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	5h 50m	3:45 PM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	9:35 PM	Luton	Interchange	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 3:45:00 PM to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	5h 30m	5:00 PM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	10:30 PM	Luton	Interchange	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 5:00:00 PM to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
National Express	5h 15m	6:15 PM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	11:30 PM	Luton	Interchange	Economy	$30	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 6:15:00 PM to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 15m
National Express	2h 50m	12:45 AM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	3:35 AM	Luton	Interchange	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 12:45:00 AM to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 3:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	2h 50m	1:30 AM	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Bus Station	4:20 AM	Luton	Interchange	Economy	$41	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 9/11/2026 1:30:00 AM to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 9/11/2026 4:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m

Frequency of bus connections between Nottingham and Luton

See here how frequent the connections between Nottingham and Luton are, during different times and days of the week.

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily buses from Nottingham to Luton. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 17 daily coaches between Nottingham and Luton.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 11 buses from Nottingham to Luton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Nottingham and Luton, with 3 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 9/8/2026 costs just $15, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Nottingham to Luton

Compare all providers like National Express and FlixBus that travel 17 times every day by bus from Nottingham to Luton in one click! Book your bus ticket from Nottingham to Luton starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus	$15
Fastest Bus	2h 45m
Earliest Bus	12:45 AM
Latest Bus	10:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	17 Ø
Distance	80.6 miles
Bus Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Nottingham to Luton

Every day, 17 buses from 2 bus companies leave Nottingham for Luton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/08/2026 and for the following days.

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Monday

Tuesday

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Thursday

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Sunday 09/06

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$15

Wednesday 09/09

Thursday 09/10

$16

Friday 09/11

$29

Saturday 09/12

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

$16

Wednesday 09/16

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

Monday 09/21

$30

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

$17

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$29

Monday 09/28

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

Friday 10/02

Saturday 10/03

The cheapest time to travel from Nottingham to Luton

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Nottingham to Luton, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $16, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Nottingham to Luton. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $29.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Nottingham to Luton, with $15. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Nottingham to Luton

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Nottingham to Luton in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Nottingham to Luton, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Nottingham to Luton are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Nottingham and Luton

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Nottingham and Luton.

Station Street

Broadmarsh Bus Station

Broad Marsh Shopping Centre 49

University South Entrance

University South Entrance (Stop UN07)

Trent University

Clifton

Cathedral

Bus Station

Dunstable Rd 64

Interchange

Luton Station Interchange (Stand LS8)

Stopsley Primary School

Butterfield Business Park

Leagrave

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Nottingham to Luton? Compare all modes of transports from Nottingham to Luton.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Nottingham to Luton

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Nottingham to Luton? Or which bus companies serve the route Nottingham to Luton? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Nottingham to Luton bus

How much does a Nottingham Luton bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 4h 20m to reach Luton. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Nottingham to Luton?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $41. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Luton.

On average, how many connections are available from Nottingham to Luton each day?

Every day, the Nottingham to Luton bus route is served by approximately 17 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Nottingham to Luton take?

The fastest bus from Nottingham to Luton is offered by National Express and takes 2h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $41. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Nottingham to Luton?

The earliest bus arriving in Luton from Nottingham starts at 12:45 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Nottingham to Luton?

The latest bus trip departing from Nottingham for Luton starts at 10:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Nottingham Luton route?

When traveling by bus from Nottingham to Luton, passengers can travel with National Express and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Luton?

You can check all the direct connections between Nottingham and Luton by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Nottingham to Luton bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Nottingham Luton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Nottingham Luton bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Nottingham to Luton on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Nottingham to Luton

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Nottingham and to Luton

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Nottingham and to Luton. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!