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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to London Luton Airport
Showing times and prices for Feb 06
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
6 h 27 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
218 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to London Luton Airport will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Fast buses
Of the 5 buses that leave Manchester for London Luton Airport on Fri, Feb 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 6 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
04:45PM7h05
Manchester11:50PMLondon Luton Airport
$351One-way
0 transfers
03:45PM7h05
Manchester10:50PMLondon Luton Airport
$401One-way
0 transfers
08:45PM6h35
Manchester03:20AMLondon Luton Airport
$501One-way
0 transfers
06:15PM6h30
Manchester12:45AMLondon Luton Airport
$511One-way
0 transfers
06:15AM5h00
Manchester11:15AMLondon Luton Airport
$591One-way
0 transfers
06:15AM5h00
Manchester11:15AMLondon Luton Airport
$591One-way
0 transfers
06:15PM6h30
Manchester12:45AMLondon Luton Airport
$511One-way
0 transfers
08:45PM6h35
Manchester03:20AMLondon Luton Airport
$501One-way
0 transfers
03:45PM7h05
Manchester10:50PMLondon Luton Airport
$401One-way
0 transfers
04:45PM7h05
Manchester11:50PMLondon Luton Airport
$351One-way
0 transfers
Manchester to London Luton Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $71 |
Live departures
Manchester to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to London Luton Airport buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 12:34 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX421 · NX230 | On time 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 8:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | Delayed 9:30 AM 5:15 AMManchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 9:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | Delayed 9:30 AM 6:15 AMManchester, Coach Station | 5h05 | 11:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | Delayed 9:30 AM 7:15 AMManchester, Coach Station | 5h00 | 12:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | Delayed 9:30 AM 8:20 AMManchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 5:00 PM 5:00 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX240 | Delayed 9:30 AM 8:20 AMManchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 5:30 PM 5:30 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | Delayed 9:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h15 | 3:35 PM 3:35 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | Delayed 11:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 5:00 PM 5:00 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | On time 12:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h30 | 5:15 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 | On time 2:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h55 | 7:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | On time 3:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h10 | 8:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | On time 5:45 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 10:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| 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 | |
| NX424 · NX422 | 11:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 5:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester to London Luton Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 4h 15m.
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 135 miles (218 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 20:45 |
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 from Manchester to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
$26 (€21)
National Express frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to London Luton Airport can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Manchester to London Luton Airport is $54 (€43) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport is 4h 15m to travel the 135 miles (218 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport leaves at 1:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport leaves at 8:45 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Manchester to London Luton Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Manchester and London Luton Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport from Manchester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport is October.
Yes, you can take a bus between Manchester and London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Manchester to London Luton Airport depends on the bus companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to London Luton Airport:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Manchester to London Luton Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Manchester to London Luton Airport with the following bus company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to London Luton Airport
Manchester
London
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Car connection
ShudehillWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the interchange.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
Manchester, Coach Station
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Car connection
Chorlton StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, assistance
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
Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
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