What is the best way to travel from Exeter to Luton?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Luton from Exeter. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Luton from Exeter?
You can reach Luton with just £33 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.
-
Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 21m010:06ExeterSt Thomas Station15:27LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:06:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 21m
-
Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 4m010:06ExeterSt Thomas Station15:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:06:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 4m
-
South Western Railway4h 45m010:25ExeterSt Davids Station15:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
-
South Western Railway4h 40m010:30ExeterCentral Station15:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:30:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
-
Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m008:09ExeterSt Thomas Station13:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 08:09:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 1m
Cheapest Trains Friday
-
FlixBus11h 15m001:10ExeterCoach Station12:25LutonBus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 01:10:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
-
FlixBus11h 15m001:10ExeterCoach Station12:25LutonBus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 01:10:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Exeter to Luton?
You can get to Luton from Exeter in just 4h 40m with a Train from South Western Railway. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
-
South Western Railway4h 40m010:30ExeterCentral Station15:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from Central Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:30:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
-
South Western Railway4h 45m010:25ExeterSt Davids Station15:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from South Western Railway goes from St Davids Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:25:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m
-
Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 1m008:09ExeterSt Thomas Station13:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 08:09:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 13:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 1m
-
Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 4m010:06ExeterSt Thomas Station15:10LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:06:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 4m
-
Great Western Railway (GWR)5h 21m010:06ExeterSt Thomas Station15:27LutonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Great Western Railway (GWR) goes from St Thomas Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 19/12/2025 10:06:00 to Central Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 19/12/2025 15:27:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 21m
Fastest Trains Friday
-
FlixBus11h 15m001:10ExeterCoach Station12:25LutonBus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 23/12/2025 01:10:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 23/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £35 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
-
FlixBus11h 15m001:10ExeterCoach Station12:25LutonBus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Exeter (United Kingdom) at 24/12/2025 01:10:00 to Bus Station, Luton (United Kingdom) arriving at 24/12/2025 12:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Exeter to Luton
What are the most popular stations in Exeter and Luton?
In Exeter, you will usually depart from Central Station, St Davids Station or Cranbrook Train 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 Exeter? With 2 connections between 3 Train and Bus 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 Exeter and Luton, you can pay as low as £33 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 Train from South Western Railway: you will get to Luton in just 4h 40m.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 Exeter and Luton are Great Western Railway (GWR), South Western Railway and 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 Exeter 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 Topsham or to Luton Airport, and look at flights from Exeter 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 Exeter to Luton?
The most popular companies between Exeter and Luton, are Great Western Railway (GWR), South Western Railway and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and South Western Railway
All you need to know when you travel from Exeter to Luton
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Exeter 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 Exeter to Luton
How can I reach Luton from Exeter?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Luton from Exeter.
How far is Luton from Exeter?
The distance between Exeter and Luton is 252.0 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Exeter 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 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 43 kgs, and a flight 62 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Exeter to Luton?
You can get to Luton with just £33 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Exeter 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 4h 40m with a Train from South Western Railway.
More routes to Exeter and to Luton
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Exeter and to Luton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Exeter
- Aberdeen to Exeter
- Birmingham to Exeter
- Bristol Airport to Exeter
- Bristol to Exeter
- Cheltenham to Exeter
- Coventry to Exeter
- Darlington to Exeter
- Edinburgh to Exeter
- Glasgow to Exeter
- Inverness to Exeter
- Liverpool to Exeter
- London to Exeter
- Luton to Exeter
- Manchester Airport to Exeter
- Manchester to Exeter
- Newcastle upon Tyne to Exeter
- Plymouth to Exeter
- Reading to Exeter
- Torquay to Exeter
- Trips to Luton
- Birmingham to Luton
- Bradford to Luton
- Bristol to Luton
- Cambridge to Luton
- Coventry to Luton
- Leeds to Luton
- Leicester to Luton
- London Heathrow Airport to Luton
- London to Luton
- Manchester Airport to Luton
- Manchester to Luton
- Milton Keynes to Luton
- Newcastle upon Tyne to Luton
- Northampton to Luton
- Oxford to Luton
- Preston to Luton
- Sheffield to Luton
- Southampton to Luton

