What is the cheapest way to get from Luton to Royal Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Royal Observatory is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 10h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luton to Royal Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Luton to Royal Observatory is to fly and line 9 bus which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Royal Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Royal Observatory. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Royal Observatory via Finchley Road / O2 Centre and Thistle Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Luton to Royal Observatory?

The distance between Luton and Royal Observatory is 318 miles. The road distance is 345 miles.

How do I travel from Luton to Royal Observatory without a car?

The best way to get from Luton to Royal Observatory without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £75 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Luton to Royal Observatory?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Luton to Royal Observatory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Royal Observatory bus from?

Luton to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Train or bus from Luton to Royal Observatory?

The best way to get from Luton to Royal Observatory is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £75 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 10h 58m.

Where does the Luton to Royal Observatory bus arrive?

Luton to Royal Observatory bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

What is the time difference between Luton and Royal Observatory?

Royal Observatory is 1h ahead of Luton. It is currently 3:29 AM in Luton and 4:29 AM in Royal Observatory.

Can I drive from Luton to Royal Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Royal Observatory is 345 miles. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from Luton to Royal Observatory.

Where can I stay near Royal Observatory?

There are 2488+ hotels available in Royal Observatory.

Luton to Royal Observatory - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 9 bus

There are 7 ways to get from Luton to Royal Observatory by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly to Edinburgh Airport, line 9 bus
best
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LTN - EDI
2. Take the bus from The Mound to Royal Observatory
2h 27m
£40–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)Greenline 757
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn10 / ...
10h 58m
£26–65
Train
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras IntlBedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
5h 40m
£79–187
Drive 343 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Royal Observatory343 mi
6h 13m
£85–123
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LTN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
3h 26m
£44–189
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Stevenage to PeterboroughLondon Kings Cross - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
6h 34m
£79–141
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Margaret's Bus Station230 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Railway StationSky
3. Take the train from Derby to Edinburgh Waverley
9h 48m
£84–237

Luton to Royal Observatory by train, foot, and bus

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5h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 316.2 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Luton, England and Royal Observatory, Scotland?

You can take a train from Luton to Royal Observatory via London St Pancras International, King's Cross, Edinburgh Waverley, and Chapel Street in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Royal Observatory via London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant), Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Edinburgh, Bus Station, and Thistle Street in around 10h 58m.

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