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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Luton Halfway Avenue | Leicester (Fosse Park) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Halfway Avenue | Leicester (Fosse Park) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Luton to Leicester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Luton and Leicester?
Stops in Luton
- B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1 - C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK - D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK - E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK - F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK
Stops in Leicester
- A
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station
St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, St Margaret's, Leicester LE1 3AG, UK - B
Leicester
62 Belgrave Gate, Leicester, LE1 3GQ, United Kingdom - C
Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound
M1 Motorway, Northbound, Leicester LE3 - D
Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop
Fosse Park Avenue, Leicester LE19 1HQ, UK
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Luton to Leicester by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Luton to Leicester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Luton to Leicester start from $16. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Luton to Leicester?
The average bus trip duration from Luton to Leicester is 2h, covering a distance of 62 miles (100 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 35m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Luton to Leicester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to Leicester?
The earliest bus departs from Luton to Leicester at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Leicester?
A bus trip from Luton to Leicester generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Luton to Leicester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to Leicester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Luton to Leicester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Luton to Leicester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Luton to Leicester was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to Leicester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $14 to $52 for a bus ticket from Luton to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-01-12.
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.
