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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Luton
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Luton will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 21 buses that leave Manchester for Luton on Sat, Nov 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €72.
Distance: 216 km
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€22 Average price Cheapest | €85 Average price | €190 Average price |
5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Manchester to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Luton buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| NX421 · NX230 | Delayed 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 12:15 PM 12:15 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 5:40 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 10:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | Delayed 6:35 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h45 | 12:15 PM 12:15 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX240 | 8:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 8:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h15 | 1:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 11:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 3:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 11:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h25 | 4:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | On time 12:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 5:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 1:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h15 | 6:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX590 · NX707 | 2:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 7:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h40 | 5:40 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:20 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h20 | 5:40 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 4:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 8:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 5:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 10:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h20 | 9:50 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:50 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h00 | 9:50 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX540 · NX230 | On time 7:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h30 | 1:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX120 · NX707 | On time 9:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h35 | 4:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX422 | 11:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h55 | 5:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Luton
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Buses from Manchester to Luton run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 216 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 216 km |
Average bus duration 5h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Manchester to LutonYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Luton with National Express, FlixBus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Luton by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, located 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Luton
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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