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Seven ways to Travel from Luton to Manchester

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Cheapest
By car (270 km)
2 h 52 min
270 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 52 min
270 km.
from $10.27
Bus, Train
3 h 29 min
215 km.
from $122.53
Train, Plane (Train to Heathrow Airport)
3 h 51 min
215 km.
from $134.85
Train
4 h 30 min
216 km.
from $131.61
Bus, Plane
5 h 23 min
215 km.
from $86.93
Train, Plane (Train to London Stansted Airport)
5 h 57 min
215 km.
from $99.91

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Luton Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$37.97–$265.81
Plane from Luton Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$265.81
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$40.50–$189.87

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Luton Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$278.47
Plane from Luton Airport to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$107.59–$341.76
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Friday
Estimated price:
$75.95–$392.39

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$379.73

Ryanair UK

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$35.44–$303.79

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$202.52

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Luton to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.78–$46.83
Train from Luton to London
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Luton to Kettering
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$37.97
Train from Kettering to Nottingham
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$44.30
Train from Nottingham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$59.49
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$30.38
Train from Luton to London
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63
Bus from London Luton Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.50–$56.96

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$37.97

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.02

Bus operators

Arriva UK

Phone:
0344 800 44 11
Website:
arrivabus.co.uk/
Bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.91

Stagecoach East

Phone:
01733207860
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/about/east
Bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.91–$4.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Manchester is to bus which costs $34.78 - $48.91 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $53.26 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Luton Airport and arriving at Manchester Coach Stn, Chorlton St. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Kettering and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Luton to Manchester?

The distance between Luton and Manchester is 253 km. The road distance is 270.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 29m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Luton to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Manchester bus from?

Luton to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Luton to Manchester train from?

Luton to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Luton station.

Train, bus or fly from Luton to Manchester?

The best way to get from Luton to Manchester is to bus via Milton Keynes Coachway which takes 4h 53m and costs $45.65 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $130.43 and takes 4h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $38.04 - $206.52 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Luton to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Manchester train arrive?

Luton to Manchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Kettering station.

Can I drive from Luton to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Manchester is 271 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Luton to Manchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Luton to Manchester?

Book your Luton to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3134+ hotels available in Manchester. Prices start at $30.76 per night.
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