Bus and Coach from Nottingham to Luton: Compare all prices

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.

today

£30

tomorrow

£26

Saturday

£32

Sunday

£23

Monday

£18

Tuesday

£32

Wednesday

£20

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 15m	10:20	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	13:35	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£30	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 10:20:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 13:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
National Express	2h 55m	08:15	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	11:10	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 08:15:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 11:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
National Express	2h 55m	09:10	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	12:05	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 09:10:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
National Express	3h 5m	12:45	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	15:50	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 12:45:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 15:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 5m
National Express	3h 20m	13:45	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	17:05	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 18/12/2025 13:45:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 18/12/2025 17:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 40m	06:45	Nottingham	University North Entrance	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 06:45:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
FlixBus	4h 55m	07:30	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£26	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 07:30:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
National Express	6h 5m	16:15	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	22:20	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 16:15:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 22:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
National Express	5h 50m	17:30	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	23:20	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 17:30:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 23:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 50m
National Express	5h 35m	18:45	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	00:20	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£27	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 18:45:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 00:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	2h 45m	02:00	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	04:45	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 02:00:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
National Express	2h 50m	05:05	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	07:55	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 05:05:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 07:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	2h 55m	15:50	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	18:45	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 15:50:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 18:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
FlixBus	4h 55m	07:30	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£33	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 07:30:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
FlixBus	5h 40m	06:45	Nottingham	University North Entrance	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£35	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 20/12/2025 06:45:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 20/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 40m	06:45	Nottingham	University North Entrance	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 06:45:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
FlixBus	4h 55m	07:30	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 07:30:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
National Express	2h 50m	00:45	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	03:35	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 00:45:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 03:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	2h 45m	02:00	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	04:45	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 02:00:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 04:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
National Express	2h 45m	02:25	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	05:10	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 21/12/2025 02:25:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 21/12/2025 05:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 40m	06:45	Nottingham	University North Entrance	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£18	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 22/12/2025 06:45:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
FlixBus	4h 55m	07:30	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£29	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 22/12/2025 07:30:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
National Express	2h 50m	00:45	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	03:35	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 22/12/2025 00:45:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 03:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	2h 50m	01:30	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	04:20	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 22/12/2025 01:30:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 04:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	2h 45m	02:25	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	05:10	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 22/12/2025 02:25:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/12/2025 05:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	2h 50m	00:45	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	03:35	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 00:45:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 03:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	2h 50m	01:30	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	04:20	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 01:30:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 04:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	3h 10m	06:15	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	09:25	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 06:15:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
National Express	2h 55m	08:15	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	11:10	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 08:15:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 11:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
National Express	2h 55m	09:10	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	12:05	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 09:10:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 12:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	5h 40m	06:45	Nottingham	University North Entrance	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University North Entrance, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 06:45:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 40m
FlixBus	4h 55m	07:30	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	12:25	Luton	Bus Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 07:30:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
National Express	2h 50m	00:45	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	03:35	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 00:45:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 03:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
National Express	3h 10m	04:45	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	07:55	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 04:45:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 07:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
National Express	3h 10m	06:15	Nottingham	Broadmarsh Coach Station	09:25	Luton	Interchange	Economy	£32	A Bus from National Express goes from Broadmarsh Coach Station, Nottingham (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 06:15:00 to Interchange, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 09:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £32 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Nottingham to Luton is £11 on 06/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

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.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily coaches from Nottingham to Luton. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Nottingham and Luton.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 44 coaches from Nottingham to Luton, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Nottingham and Luton, with 12 offers.

Facts about coaches 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 £11!

Cheapest Bus	£11
Fastest Bus	2h 45m
Earliest Coach	08:15
Latest Coach	16:30
Daily Bus Connections	17 Ø
Distance	129.7 km
Coach Companies	National Express and FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Nottingham to Luton

Every day, 17 buses from 2 coach companies leave Nottingham for Luton: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 18/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

£30

Friday 19/12

£26

Saturday 20/12

£32

Sunday 21/12

£23

Monday 22/12

£18

Tuesday 23/12

£32

Wednesday 24/12

£32

Thursday 25/12

£34

Friday 26/12

£42

Saturday 27/12

£32

Sunday 28/12

£21

Monday 29/12

£18

Tuesday 30/12

£18

Wednesday 31/12

£23

Thursday 01/01

£33

Friday 02/01

£30

Saturday 03/01

Sunday 04/01

£25

Monday 05/01

£13

Tuesday 06/01

£11

Wednesday 07/01

£21

Thursday 08/01

Friday 09/01

£23

Saturday 10/01

£23

Sunday 11/01

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 £11, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Nottingham to Luton. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £30.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Nottingham to Luton, with £11. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £27.

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 coaches from Nottingham to Luton are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Nottingham to Luton

These are the most booked bus companies between Nottingham to Luton from our users.

National Express from Nottingham to Luton

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Nottingham to Luton:

Cheapest Price	£27
Fastest Coach	2h 45m
Earliest Coach	08:15
Last Coach	16:30
Daily Connections	16 Ø
Found on	18/12/2025

FlixBus from Nottingham to Luton

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Nottingham to Luton:

Cheapest Price	£18
Fastest Coach	4h 55m
Earliest Coach	06:45
Last Coach	07:30
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	18/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Nottingham and Luton

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Nottingham and Luton.

Station Street

Broadmarsh Coach Station

Broad Marsh Shopping Centre 49

University South Entrance

University South Entrance (Stop UN07)

Trent University

Clifton

Queens Medical Centre

South Rd

Bus Station

Dunstable Rd 64

Interchange

Luton Station Interchange (Stand LS8)

Butterfield Business Park

Stopsley Primary School

Central Station

Station Rd

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 coaches 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 coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Nottingham - Luton bus trip is available from £11 and takes 5h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Nottingham to Luton is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £39. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Nottingham - Luton route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Nottingham to Luton is offered by roughly 17 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Luton from Nottingham take?

The quickest coach from Nottingham to Luton is provided by National Express and takes 2h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £33. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Nottingham to Luton?

The earliest bus to Luton departs from Nottingham at 08:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Nottingham to Luton?

The latest bus to Luton departs from Nottingham at 16:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Nottingham - Luton route?

Passengers looking to travel from Nottingham to Luton can travel with National Express and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best 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 bus to Luton from Nottingham?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Nottingham Luton bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach 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 travelling 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Nottingham to Luton?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 17 daily trips between Nottingham and Luton. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Nottingham to Luton?

Prices and availability for 17 trips between Nottingham and Luton change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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!