What is the best way to travel from Derby to Luton?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Carpool to Luton from Derby. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Luton from Derby?
You can reach Luton with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus6h 25m006:00DerbyRiverlights Coach Station12:25LutonBus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 06:00:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
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FlixBus6h 25m006:00DerbyRiverlights Coach Station12:25LutonBus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 06:00:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
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What are the fastest trips from Derby to Luton?
You can get to Luton from Derby in just 6h 25m with a Bus from FlixBus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus6h 25m006:00DerbyRiverlights Coach Station12:25LutonBus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 08/12/2025 06:00:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
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FlixBus6h 25m006:00DerbyRiverlights Coach Station12:25LutonBus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Riverlights Coach Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 09/12/2025 06:00:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 25m
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Bus from Derby to Luton
What are the most popular stations in Derby and Luton?
In Derby, you will usually depart from Central Station, Tutbury & Hatton Train Station or Peartree Station, while in Luton you will be arriving at Bus Station, Central Station or Interchange, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Luton from Derby? With 1 connections between 1 Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Derby and Luton, you can pay as low as £12 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from FlixBus: you will get to Luton in just 6h 25m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Derby and Luton are FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Derby and Luton is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Little Eaton or to Luton Airport, and look at flights from East Midlands Airport, and landing at London Heathrow Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Derby to Luton?
The most popular companies between Derby and Luton, are FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
All you need to know when you travel from Derby to Luton
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Derby to Luton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Derby to Luton
How can I reach Luton from Derby?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Luton from Derby.
How far is Luton from Derby?
The distance between Derby and Luton is 136.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Derby and Luton?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 23 kgs, and a flight 34 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Derby to Luton?
You can get to Luton with just £12 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Derby to Luton?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Luton in just 6h 25m with a Bus from FlixBus.
More routes to Derby and to Luton
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Derby and to Luton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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