How do I get from Luton to Birmingham without a car?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Birmingham without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus ride from Luton to Birmingham?

The travel time from Luton to Birmingham is about 3h, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 2h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 76 miles (122 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Luton from Birmingham?

Luton and Birmingham are 76 miles (122 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Birmingham?

Most of the buses traveling from Luton to Birmingham leave from London Luton Airport and arrive at Coach Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Luton to Birmingham?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Luton to Birmingham by choosing to travel by bus. $10 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Birmingham from Luton.

How much does a bus ticket from Luton to Birmingham cost?

The bus ticket costs $31 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $10 and $97, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Can you do a day trip from Luton to Birmingham?

Yes, a day trip from Luton to Birmingham is definitely doable. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Luton and Birmingham is about 4h 20m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Birmingham before returning to Luton in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Once in Birmingham, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Gas Street Basin, National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Winterbourne House and Garden and The National Sea Life.

Luton to Birmingham Bus Tickets

TodayApr 26

from $17

TomorrowApr 27

from $17

MonApr 28

from $13

TueApr 29

from $12

WedApr 30

from $12

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

from $13

SatMay 3

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 27 at 5:55pm
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton Halfway Avenue
Arrival time: April 27 at 11:00pm
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street
Operated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 5m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 2:25am
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:40am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Birmingham Airport - BHX
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 15m
Departure time: April 27 at 2:25am
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:05am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m
Departure time: April 27 at 2:50am
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 27 at 8:55am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)
Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 5m
Departure time: April 27 at 2:25am
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton, Challney (near Travelodge) Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:05am
Destination city: Birmingham
Destination location: Coach Station
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 40m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Luton to Birmingham.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $97	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$10 - $19	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Luton to Birmingham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Birmingham. The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 30mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Luton to Birmingham: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$31

Average bus trip duration3h

Number of daily buses89

Earliest bus departure12:05am

Distance70 miles (112 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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National Express

4/529,148 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Customers have had a generally positive experience with the service, praising the helpfulness of the staff and punctuality. However, some customers were disappointed by poor communication regarding late buses and lack of labeling. They also mentioned that USB ports were advertised on the bus but not easily accessible.

National Express Luton Birmingham recent customer reviews

The communication methods to explain late buses, and labelling was very poor. Screens are often used in other lines, but this didn't exist. I was really disappointed. The bus apparently had USB ports, but the driver had no idea where they were.

Ayoub B.

August 14, 2022

Great staff. Most people were respectful and wore masks. I felt too close to the person next to and behind.

Michele G.

August 2, 2021

Wi fi trouble didn't work at all, driver very helpful and friendly. Bus clean and arrive on time.

Joel S.

October 17, 2019

Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)

3.5/57 reviews

Staff1.3

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

FlixBus

3.5/58,404 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, National Express, Sindbad, RegioJet, FlixTrain, KLR Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Luton and Birmingham?

Stops in Luton

A - London Luton Airport

B - Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop

C - Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village

D - Lilley

E - Butterfield Business Park

F - Stopsley

Stops in Birmingham

A - Coach Station

B - Birmingham Airport

C - Bearwood

D - 67 Colmore Row

E - A457

F - Aston University

Frequently asked questions for your trip Luton - Birmingham

How do I get from Luton to Birmingham without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Luton to Birmingham?
How far is Luton from Birmingham?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Birmingham?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Luton to Birmingham?
How much does a bus ticket from Luton to Birmingham cost?
Can you do a day trip from Luton to Birmingham?
What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/24

$17

04/25

$38

Today

$17

04/27

$17

04/28

$13

04/29

$12

04/30

$12

05/01

$24

The cheapest trip from Luton to Birmingham was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to Birmingham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $12 to $111 for a bus ticket from Luton to Birmingham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-04-29.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Luton to Birmingham but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Luton to Birmingham, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Luton to Birmingham.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Luton to Birmingham, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Where are the popular stops in Luton and Birmingham?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Luton - Birmingham

How do I get from Luton to Birmingham without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Luton to Birmingham?

How far is Luton from Birmingham?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Birmingham?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Luton to Birmingham?

How much does a bus ticket from Luton to Birmingham cost?

Can you do a day trip from Luton to Birmingham?

What are the best sights and things to do in Birmingham?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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