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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to London Luton Airport
- Cheapest price on Nov 03
- €43
- Average ticket price on Nov 03
- €46
- Fastest journey on Nov 03
- 4 h 5 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 03
- 4 h 26 m
- Buses on Nov 03
- 15
- Distance
- 218 km
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 €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 15 buses from Manchester to London Luton Airport, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 5 h 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.
NX541 · NX7371:20 PM 5h25 Manchester, Coach Station 6:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €43 1 One-way 1 transfer- NX540 · NX737
11:30 AM 4h20 Manchester, Coach Station 3:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €43 1 One-way 1 transfer - NX540 · NX230
7:30 PM 6h15 Manchester, Coach Station 1:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €43 1 One-way 1 transfer - NX540 · NX230
9:00 AM 4h25 Manchester, Coach Station 1:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €43 1 One-way 1 transfer - NX120 · NX707
9:30 PM 6h50 Manchester, Coach Station 4:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €43 1 One-way 1 transfer
- NX540 · NX707
6:00 PM 4h05 Manchester, Coach Station 10:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €44 1 One-way 1 transfer - NX540 · NX230
5:15 AM 4h20 Manchester, Coach Station 9:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €47 1 One-way 1 transfer - NX540 · NX737
11:30 AM 4h20 Manchester, Coach Station 3:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €43 1 One-way 1 transfer - NX540 · NX230
9:00 AM 4h25 Manchester, Coach Station 1:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €43 1 One-way 1 transfer - NX541 · NX707
12:25 PM 5h00 Manchester, Coach Station 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station €44 1 One-way 1 transfer
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 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 135 miles (218 km) distance in 3h 25m.
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Journey facts
- Distance135 miles (218 km)
- Average bus duration4h 14m
- Cheapest ticket price€30
- Buses per day16
- Direct buses1
- Fastest bus3h 25m
- First bus1:45 AM
- Last bus11:55 PM
- Cheapest MonthDec
- Cheapest DayTue
- High SeasonApr - Jun
- Low SeasonOct - Dec
- Busiest DayTue
- Least Busy DayWed
- Best time to book1 day
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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 Everyday | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €30 |
Live departures
Manchester to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to London Luton Airport buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Tuesday, November 3 | |||||
| NX421 · NX230 | 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 8:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | 5:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 9:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX541 · NX230 | 5:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h35 | 11:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX541 · NX707 | 7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h15 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | 9:00 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h25 | 1:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX541 · NX707 | 9:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h50 | 3:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 11:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h20 | 3:50 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX541 · NX707 | 12:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h00 | 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX541 · NX737 | 1:20 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h25 | 6:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 2:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h15 | 7:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h05 | 10:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX540 · NX230 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h15 | 1:45 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX120 · NX707 | 9:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h50 | 4:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
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Bus companies
Bus companies from Manchester to London Luton Airport
Buses from Manchester to London Luton Airport with National Express. Overnight buses available on this route with National Express. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
National Express
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and London Luton Airport
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to London Luton Airport
Most Manchester to London Luton Airport buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to London, Victoria Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and London Luton Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester, Coach Station from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Getting to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Manchester, Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport bus station facilities and services
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Most popular bus connections from Manchester
Most popular buses to and from London Luton Airport and Manchester
Most popular bus connections to London Luton Airport
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