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ZOO

Luton and Dunstable – Whipsnade Zoo

via Dunstable

Centrebus First 09:30 Last 18:00Every day

Route ZOO runs between Luton and Dunstable and Whipsnade Zoo via Dunstable. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.

Quick departures

Live departures from key stops on this route

StopTowards Whipsnade ZooTowards Luton Station Interchange (Stand 1)
Luton Station InterchangeNo more todayNo more today
Liscombe RoadNo more todayNo more today
Royce CloseNo more todayNo more today
Whipsnade ZooNo more todayNo more today

Frequently asked questions about the ZOO

What time is the first and last ZOO bus?
The first ZOO of the day departs at 09:30 and the last one departs at 18:00. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
Does the ZOO bus run at weekends?
Yes. The ZOO runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
How long does the ZOO bus take?
A full end-to-end journey on the ZOO takes about 39 minutes between Luton and Dunstable and Whipsnade Zoo, running via Dunstable. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
Who operates the ZOO bus?
The ZOO is operated by Centrebus. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.

Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.