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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Luton Halfway Avenue | Shudehill | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Luton Halfway Avenue | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Halfway Avenue | Manchester Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Luton Airport (LTN) | Coach Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Luton to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 343, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Luton and Manchester?
Stops in Luton
- B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1 - C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK - D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK - E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK - F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B
Manchester Airport
- C16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Luton to Manchester by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Luton to Manchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Luton to Manchester start at R 280. The average price for this route is around R 804. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Luton to Manchester?
The average bus journey time from Luton to Manchester is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 210 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Luton to Manchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Luton to Manchester?
The earliest bus departs from Luton to Manchester at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Luton to Manchester?
A bus trip from Luton to Manchester produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Luton to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Luton to Manchester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Luton to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Luton to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Luton to Manchester was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 393To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to Manchester as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 393 to R 1 234 for a bus ticket from Luton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 455, which is on 2025-12-23.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
