What is the cheapest way to get from Luton to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Essex is to bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luton to Essex?

The fastest way to get from Luton to Essex is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Polecat Road via Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Essex. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at White Notley via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Luton to Essex?

The distance between Luton and Essex is 74 miles. The road distance is 55.6 miles.

How do I travel from Luton to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Luton to Essex without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £40 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Luton to Essex?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Luton to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Essex bus from?

Luton to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Essex train from?

Luton to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Essex?

The best way to get from Luton to Essex is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £40 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Luton to Essex bus arrive?

Luton to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Luton to Essex train arrive?

Luton to Essex train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Luton to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Essex is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Luton to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Luton to Essex?

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Luton to Essex - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Luton to Essex by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
2h 33m
£41–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Stationbus 737
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Bus Interchangebus X20
3h 28m
£12–19
Drive 55.3 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Essexcar 55.3 mi
1h 14m
£14–20
Bus, subway, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Finchley Road Stationbus 757
2. Take the subway from Finchley Road station to Stratford stationsubway
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
3h 25m
£35–49

Luton to Essex by train and subway

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2h 33mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 73.7 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Luton, England and Essex, England?

You can take a train from Luton to White Notley via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Polecat Road via Coach Station and Bus Interchange in around 3h 28m.

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