The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Luton
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Buses per day
23
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 $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 23 buses that leave Manchester for Luton on Mon, May 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 04 the direct buses cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Mon, May 04 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
NX541 · NX70712:25 PM5h00Manchester, Coach Station5:25 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$381One-way1 transfer
NX540 · NX2307:30 PM6h15Manchester, Coach Station1:45 AMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$431One-way1 transfer
NX540 · NX23012:15 PM4h50Manchester, Coach Station5:05 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$441One-way1 transfer
NX540 · NX70710:55 AM4h15Manchester, Coach Station3:10 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$471One-way1 transfer
FlixBus1:50 PM3h05Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East4:55 PMLuton, Dunstable Road (Challney)$471One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:00 PM3h00Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East9:00 PMLuton, Dunstable Road (Challney)$491One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:50 PM3h05Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East4:55 PMLuton, Dunstable Road (Challney)$471One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:40 PM3h20Manchester, Shudehill Interchange9:00 PMLuton, Dunstable Road (Challney)$491One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:30 PM3h25Manchester, Shudehill Interchange4:55 PMLuton, Dunstable Road (Challney)$471One-way0 transfers
NX540 · NX7076:00 PM4h05Manchester, Coach Station10:05 PMLuton, London Luton Airport Bus Station$711One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Manchester to Luton
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 $12. 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 $12, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$31 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price | $232 Average price |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m 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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Manchester to Luton 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, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Live departures
Manchester to Luton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Luton buses for today, Sunday, May 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:05 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h00 | 9:05 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NX230 | 7:30 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 6h15 | 1:45 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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NX421 · NX230 | 2:45 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 8:05 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | 5:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h25 | 9:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX707 | On time 5:15 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h45 | 10:00 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX737 | On time 6:05 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h30 | 10:35 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX230 | 6:10 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h10 | 11:20 AM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | 7:20 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h55 | 12:15 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX707 | On time 7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h15 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX240 | 7:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h15 | 12:40 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX737 | On time 8:50 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h55 | 1:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX707 | On time 10:55 AM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h15 | 3:10 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX230 | 12:15 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 5:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX541 · NX707 | On time 12:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h00 | 5:25 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h25 | 4:55 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h05 | 4:55 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NX737 | On time 2:35 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 6:45 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
NX540 · NX737 | On time 3:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 5h05 | 8:55 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 3h20 | 9:00 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX540 · NX707 | On time 6:00 PM Manchester, Coach Station | 4h05 | 10:05 PM Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:00 PM Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 3h00 | 9:00 PM Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Luton
Buses from Manchester to Luton run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
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 $12 (€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.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Stockwood Discovery Centre, a museum featuring local history exhibits, gardens, and a collection of horse-drawn carriages
- Wardown House Museum and Gallery, a Victorian mansion offering art exhibitions and insights into Luton's history
- Luton Hoo Estate, a historic country house with expansive gardens and a golf course
- Whipsnade Zoo, a large zoo home to a variety of animals and conservation programs
- The Hat Factory Arts Centre, a cultural venue hosting performances, workshops, and art exhibitions.
- The Mall Luton, a large shopping center with a variety of retail stores and dining options
- Woodside Animal Farm, a family-friendly attraction featuring a range of animals, play areas, and seasonal events
- Luton Indoor Market, a bustling market offering a variety of goods from fresh produce to unique crafts
- Stockwood Park, a large public park perfect for picnics, walks, and outdoor sports
- The Galaxy, an entertainment complex featuring a cinema, bowling alley, and restaurants.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Luton
- 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
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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