Buses to and from London Luton Airport

Buses To Luton Airport

Getting ready for a holiday or travelling for work? Knowing how to get to Luton Airport can help make the start of your journey simpler. As the UK's 5th largest airport, London Luton Airport is about 30 miles from Central London, with bus, coach and rail connections providing several ways to reach the terminal. 

When getting to Luton Airport, the right option depends on where you're travelling from. Arriva operates regular local buses to Luton Airport from towns including Hitchin, Stevenage and Milton Keynes, as well as frequent 24/7 Busway services connecting Dunstable, Houghton Regis and Lewsey Farm with the airport.  

Travelling from London? The Greenline 757 connects London Victoria, Brent Cross and London Luton Airport, providing a direct alternative to taking a train to Luton Airport. Whether you choose a bus, train or coach to Luton Airport, checking your journey before you set off can help you plan for your flight. 

Buses to London Luton Airport 

Taking a bus to Luton Airport is a convenient option if you're travelling from the surrounding areas. Arriva operates several services that connect local towns directly to the airport, helping you get to your flight without worrying about airport parking. 

Routes include:  

The Luton Airport bus station is directly outside the entrance to the main terminal building, with several bays serving local and longer-distance routes. This means you only need to walk a short distance from the bus to the terminal once you arrive.  

If you're planning your journey in advance, bus times to Luton Airport vary by route. The A and Z services run 24 hours a day, while some other local routes operate frequently throughout the day. Check the latest Luton Airport bus timetable for your chosen service before travelling. 

Coaches to London Luton Airport  

If you're travelling from the capital, the Greenline 757 provides a direct coach to London Luton Airport. The service connects London Victoria with the airport, calling at locations including Marble Arch, Brent Cross Centre and Leagrave along the way.  

This makes travelling from Victoria Station to Luton Airport straightforward, with no need to change services. The Greenline 757 operates every 30 minutes throughout the day and night between London and the airport, giving passengers greater flexibility when catching flights at different times. As with Arriva's local buses, Luton Airport coaches arrive at the airport's dedicated bus station directly outside the terminal. 

If you're catching a coach to Luton Airport from London, you can buy your ticket online or through the Arriva app. Arriva also lets you use the app to manage tickets, plan journeys, check live travel information and view service update.

Luton Airport bus services

100/101/101A Luton to Stevenage
757 Greenline Luton and London Luton Airport to Central London
A Luton Airport to Houghton Regis
H Luton Airport to Thorn
Z Luton Airport to Houghton Regis
X2/X3 Luton Airport to Milton Keynes

Luton network map and centre map

Beds & Bucks and Herts Zone map

What is the best bus service to London Luton Airport? 
The best bus service to London Luton Airport depends on where you’re travelling from. For journeys between London and the airport, the Greenline 757 is the airport’s flagship route, connecting London Victoria, Brent Cross and London Luton Airport. Several services also connect the airport with nearby towns, including Stevenage, Hitchin and Milton Keynes. 

Where is the bus station at London Luton Airport? 
The main London Luton Airport bus station is located directly outside the front entrance of the main terminal building. The bus station has several bays for local and longer-distance services.  

Can I buy bus tickets to London Luton Airport online? 
Yes, you can buy London Luton bus tickets online and through the Arriva app. You can also store and manage tickets, plan your journeys, check live travel information and get service updates to make sure your transport to and from the airport is on track. 

How often do buses run to and from London Luton Airport? 
Many London Luton Airport buses operate frequently throughout the day. The Greenline 757 runs regularly between London and the airport, and some local routes serving the airport operate every seven to eight minutes. Some services run for 24 hours a day, so bus travel is an option no matter when you take off or land. 

Is there a direct bus to London Luton Airport? 
Several direct services to Luton Airport serve local towns and cities further away. The Greenline 757 provides a direct connection between London Victoria and London Luton Airport. Arriva’s local services link the airport directly with destinations including Stevenage, Hitchin, Milton Keynes, Dunstable and Houghton Regis. 

What bus routes serve London Luton Airport? 
The main bus routes that serve Luton Airport are: 

Where are the bus stops located at London Luton Airport? 
Bus services operate from the airport’s dedicated bus station, which is located at the front of the airport – a short walk from the terminal entrance.  

What time does the first and last London Luton Airport bus service run? 
Operating times vary by route, but the A and Z services run 24 hours a day. The Greenline 757 also operates throughout the day and night between London and the airport. Check the latest London Luton Airport bus timetables to find accurate information before travelling.  

How do I get from the London Luton Airport bus station to the terminal? 
Luton Airport bus station is located directly outside the airport terminal for easy access as soon as you arrive.