Is there a way to reach Heathrow from Luton without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Heathrow without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Luton to Heathrow?

The travel time from Luton to Heathrow is about 1h 35m, but you can get there in as little as 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 29 miles (46 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Luton and Heathrow?

About 29 miles (46 km) separate Luton and Heathrow.

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

If you're headed to Heathrow from Luton, chances are that your bus will leave from London Luton Airport and arrive at London Heathrow Airport. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Luton to Heathrow?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Luton to Heathrow by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $17.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Luton to Heathrow?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Luton to Heathrow is $34. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $17 and $50, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Can you do a day trip from Luton to Heathrow?

Yes, it's possible to take a day trip from Luton to Heathrow! The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Luton and Heathrow is about 1h 40m. So you'll have enough time to visit Heathrow before returning to Luton in the evening.

Luton to Heathrow Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

TodayApr 26

from $25

TomorrowApr 27

from $25

MonApr 28

from $22

TueApr 29

from $22

WedApr 30

ThuMay 1

from $22

FriMay 2

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 9:20pm
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 27 at 12:50am
Destination city: Heathrow
Destination location: Heathrow Airport (LHR) T5
Operated by: Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)
Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 30m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 1:50am
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton Airport (LTN)
Arrival time: April 26 at 2:40am
Destination city: Heathrow
Destination location: Heathrow T2 & T3
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 50m
Departure time: April 26 at 2:20am
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:45am
Destination city: Heathrow
Destination location: Heathrow T2 & T3
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 25m
Departure time: April 26 at 11:50pm
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton (Town, Stand 3) Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 27 at 3:27am
Destination city: Heathrow
Destination location: Heathrow Airport (LHR) T4
Operated by: Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)
Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 37m
Departure time: April 26 at 2:20am
Departure city: Luton
Departure location: Luton, Challney (near Simpson Close) Bus Stop
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:45am
Destination city: Heathrow
Destination location: Heathrow T2 & T3
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 25m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Luton to Heathrow.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$17 - $50	Average Duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $7	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Luton to Heathrow

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Heathrow. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Luton to Heathrow: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$34

Average bus trip duration1h 35m

Number of daily buses144

Earliest bus departure12:20am

Distance29 miles (46 km)

Latest bus departure11:50pm

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National Express

4/529,148 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

National Express is highly regarded for its punctuality and friendly, helpful drivers. Many users appreciate the comfortable travel experience and consistently choose this service for their journeys. However, some feedback suggests that additional information about bus locations could be beneficial to newcomers, while others feel that ticket prices are somewhat high.

National Express Luton Heathrow recent customer reviews

Bus was late, little to no information about when it would arrive and people smoking at the station

Adam W.

October 27, 2023

Was a terrible service the bus was cancelled last minute with no communication and the next bus was incredibly dirty .

Brandon F.

July 18, 2023

Trip was uneventful between airports. Driver was courteous and efficient. Bit of a mixup with trip number but it all worked out in the end.

Deirdre G.

May 17, 2023

Green Line (Arriva Shires & Essex)

3.5/57 reviews

Staff1.3

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi0

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

Luton to Heathrow Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Luton and Heathrow?

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 Heathrow

A - London Heathrow Airport

B - Travelodge Hotel, Heathrow Central

C - Premier Inn, Heathrow M4 J4

D - Comfort Hotel

E - EasyHotel

F - Novotel Hotel

Frequently asked questions for your trip Luton - Heathrow

Is there a way to reach Heathrow from Luton without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Luton to Heathrow?
What is the distance between Luton and Heathrow?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Heathrow?
What is the cheapest way to go from Luton to Heathrow?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Luton to Heathrow?
Can you do a day trip from Luton to Heathrow?

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

Best price found

04/24

$25

04/25

$25

Today

$25

04/27

$25

04/28

$22

04/29

$22

04/30

$19

05/01

$22

The cheapest trip from Luton to Heathrow was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $55 for a bus ticket from Luton to Heathrow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-04-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Luton and Heathrow!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Luton to Heathrow.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Luton to Heathrow that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Where are the popular stops in Luton and Heathrow?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Luton - Heathrow

Is there a way to reach Heathrow from Luton without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Luton to Heathrow?

What is the distance between Luton and Heathrow?

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

What is the cheapest way to go from Luton to Heathrow?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Luton to Heathrow?

Can you do a day trip from Luton to Heathrow?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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