Bus Derby to Luton Airport (LTN): Find cheap tickets

Compare all timetables for the shuttles from Derby to Luton Airport

Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Derby to Luton Airport from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today

$21

tomorrow

Thursday

Friday

$26

Saturday

$21

Sunday

$21

Monday

$21

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 55m	12:05 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:00 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/5/2026 12:05:00 PM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/5/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	3h 35m	10:10 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	1:45 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/5/2026 10:10:00 PM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/6/2026 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	6h 10m	5:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	11:50 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/5/2026 5:40:00 PM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/5/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	4h 5m	1:10 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	5:15 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$29	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/5/2026 1:10:00 PM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/5/2026 5:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 5m
National Express	4h 45m	3:10 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	7:55 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$32	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/5/2026 3:10:00 PM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/5/2026 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $32 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 55m	4:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	8:05 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/8/2026 4:10:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/8/2026 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	3h 55m	12:05 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:00 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$26	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/8/2026 12:05:00 PM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/8/2026 4:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	6h 10m	5:40 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	11:50 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$27	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/8/2026 5:40:00 PM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/8/2026 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 10m
National Express	3h 35m	12:55 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:30 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/8/2026 12:55:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/8/2026 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 45m	2:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	5:55 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$28	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/8/2026 2:10:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/8/2026 5:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 45m	7:35 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	11:20 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/9/2026 7:35:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/9/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
National Express	3h 30m	1:25 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:55 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/9/2026 1:25:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/9/2026 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	3h 35m	4:30 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	8:05 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/9/2026 4:30:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/9/2026 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 35m	6:00 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	9:35 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/9/2026 6:00:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/9/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 45m	8:30 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	12:15 PM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/9/2026 8:30:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/9/2026 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 35m	12:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	3:45 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/10/2026 12:10:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/10/2026 3:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 35m	2:40 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	6:15 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/10/2026 2:40:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/10/2026 6:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 45m	7:35 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	11:20 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/10/2026 7:35:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/10/2026 11:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
National Express	3h 30m	1:25 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:55 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/10/2026 1:25:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/10/2026 4:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
National Express	3h 35m	4:30 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	8:05 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/10/2026 4:30:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/10/2026 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
National Express	3h 55m	4:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	8:05 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/11/2026 4:10:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/11/2026 8:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 55m
National Express	3h 35m	10:10 PM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	1:45 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$21	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/11/2026 10:10:00 PM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/12/2026 1:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 35m	12:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	3:45 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/11/2026 12:10:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/11/2026 3:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 35m	12:55 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	4:30 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/11/2026 12:55:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/11/2026 4:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 35m
National Express	3h 45m	2:10 AM	Derby	Riverlights Bus Station	5:55 AM	Luton Airport	Luton Airport	Economy	$24	A Bus from National Express goes from Riverlights Bus Station, Derby (United Kingdom) at 5/11/2026 2:10:00 AM to Luton Airport, Luton Airport (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/11/2026 5:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Derby to Luton Airport is $16 on 5/16/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Derby and Luton Airport

See here how frequent the connections between Derby and Luton Airport are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 15 daily buses from Derby to Luton Airport. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Derby and Luton Airport.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 22 buses from Derby to Luton Airport, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Derby and Luton Airport, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Derby to Luton Airport (LTN)

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 13 times every day by bus from Derby to Luton Airport in one click! Book your bus ticket from Derby to Luton Airport starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	3h 30m
Earliest Bus	12:05 PM
Latest Bus	10:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	13 Ø
Distance	86.0 miles
Bus Companies	National Express

Cheapest bus connections from Derby to Luton Airport

Every day, 13 buses from 1 bus companies leave Derby for Luton Airport: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

Tuesday 05/05

$21

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$26

Saturday 05/09

$21

Sunday 05/10

$21

Monday 05/11

$21

Tuesday 05/12

$21

Wednesday 05/13

$21

Thursday 05/14

$21

Friday 05/15

$21

Saturday 05/16

$16

Sunday 05/17

$21

Monday 05/18

$21

Tuesday 05/19

$21

Wednesday 05/20

$21

Thursday 05/21

$21

Friday 05/22

$21

Saturday 05/23

$21

Sunday 05/24

$21

Monday 05/25

$21

Tuesday 05/26

$21

Wednesday 05/27

$21

Thursday 05/28

$21

Friday 05/29

$21

Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Derby to Luton Airport

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Derby to Luton Airport, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $16, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Derby to Luton Airport. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $21.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Derby to Luton Airport, with $16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $21.

How to save money travelling from Derby to Luton Airport

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Derby to Luton Airport in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Derby to Luton Airport, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Derby to Luton Airport are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Derby and Luton Airport

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Derby and Luton Airport.

Riverlights Bus Station

Morledge 735

Central Bus Station

Pride Park

Donnington Park

Hollands Way

Luton Airport Parkway Train Station

Luton Airport

Airport Approach Rd

Service and Comfort on the bus from Derby to Luton Airport

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Derby to Luton Airport? Or which bus companies serve the route Derby to Luton Airport? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Derby to Luton Airport bus

How much does a Derby Luton Airport bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 3h 55m to reach Luton Airport. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Derby to Luton Airport?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $42. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Luton Airport.

On average, how many connections are available from Derby to Luton Airport each day?

Every day, the Derby to Luton Airport bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Derby to Luton Airport take?

The fastest shuttle from Derby to Luton Airport is offered by National Express and takes 3h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $32. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first shuttle from Derby to Luton Airport?

The earliest bus arriving in Luton Airport from Derby starts at 12:05 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last shuttle from Derby to Luton Airport?

The latest bus trip departing from Derby for Luton Airport starts at 10:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Derby Luton Airport route?

When traveling by shuttle from Derby to Luton Airport, passengers can travel with National Express. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Luton Airport?

You can check all the direct connections between Derby and Luton Airport by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the Derby to Luton Airport bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Derby Luton Airport bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a shuttle that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Derby Luton Airport bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the shuttle from Derby to Luton Airport on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Derby to Luton Airport?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Derby to Luton Airport

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Derby and to Luton Airport

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Derby and to Luton Airport. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!