Luton to Manchester bus with National Express

Thu, Feb 20
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Cheap bus tickets from Luton to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Feb 20

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Luton to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

National Express
08:45AM4h35
Luton
01:20PMManchester
$501One-way
0 transfers
National Express
09:15PM4h30
Luton
01:45AMManchester
$501One-way
0 transfers
National Express
11:25AM4h25
Luton
03:50PMManchester
$501One-way
0 transfers
National Express
02:05AM6h35
Luton
08:40AMManchester
$511One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:05PM4h20
Luton
12:25AMManchester
$511One-way
0 transfers

Luton to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Thursday, February 20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
National ExpressNational Express09:15PM Luton4h30 01:45AM Manchester0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express05:50PM Luton4h10 10:00PM Manchester0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express11:25AM Luton4h25 03:50PM Manchester0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express11:50AM Luton5h05 04:55PM Manchester0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNational Express02:05AM Luton6h35 08:40AM Manchester0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Luton to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Feb 20

Fastest Journey

4 h 10 m

Average

4 h 56 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

216 km

Of the 8 buses that leave Luton for Manchester every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

National Express
05:50PM4h10
Luton
10:00PMManchester
$521One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:05PM4h20
Luton
12:25AMManchester
$511One-way
0 transfers
National Express
11:25AM4h25
Luton
03:50PMManchester
$501One-way
0 transfers
National Express
09:15PM4h30
Luton
01:45AMManchester
$501One-way
0 transfers
National Express
08:45AM4h35
Luton
01:20PMManchester
$501One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Luton to Manchester

Buses from Luton to Manchester run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€24) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
134 miles (216 km)
Average bus duration
5h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
$27 (€24)
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
1
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
4h 10m
First bus
00:03
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express and FlixBus from Luton to Manchester

For as little as $11 (€10) you can travel by bus from Luton to Manchester with National Express and FlixBus. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance bus company operating over 550 buses per day and serving over 900 destinations across the UK. National Express also operates bus services to all major UK airports, such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol, 24 hours a day. All National Express buses have air conditioning and provide free WiFi access along with onboard entertainment. Most buses come with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. For your bus between Luton and Manchester, you can select from three ticket fares: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare.

Bus information from Luton to Manchester with National Express:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $36
  • National Express frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Luton to Manchester

FAQs: Take the bus from Luton to Manchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Luton to Manchester.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Luton to Manchester can start from as little as $27 (€24) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Luton to Manchester is $52 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Luton to Manchester bus travel time is 4 h 10 min   for the 134 mile (216 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Luton to Manchester leaves at 12: 03AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Luton to Manchester leaves at 11: 55PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Luton to Manchester without having to change trains with National Express. There is 1 direct bus from Luton to Manchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Luton to Manchester bus with National Express or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the route from Luton to Manchester as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Manchester from Luton is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Luton to Manchester by bus is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Manchester from Luton including taking a bus, train or flight.

Popular bus stations from Luton to Manchester

Luton
Manchester
Manchester, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Chorlton Street
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café at the Station (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, assistance
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Coach Station
  • Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens

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