How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Luton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Luton start from $18. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Luton?

The average bus trip duration from Manchester to Luton is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Luton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Luton?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Luton at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Luton?

A bus trip from Manchester to Luton generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Manchester to Luton?

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 29754 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Luton?

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 has the most timely service from Manchester to Luton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Luton?

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.

Bus Manchester to Luton from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Luton on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Shudehill	3h 40m	5:40pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	6:50pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	9:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	5h 20m	8:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Shudehill	3h 20m	9:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	5h 20m	8:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Luton on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Shudehill	3h 40m	5:40pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	6:50pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	9:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	5h 20m	8:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Shudehill	3h 20m	9:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	5h 20m	8:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Luton on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Shudehill	3h 40m	5:40pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	6:50pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	9:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	5h 20m	8:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Shudehill	3h 20m	9:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	5h 20m	8:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Luton on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:00pm	Shudehill	3h 40m	5:40pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	6:50pm	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	9:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	5h 20m	8:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Shudehill	3h 20m	9:50pm	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	2:45am	Coach Station	5h 20m	8:05am	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:26 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Luton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 20mAverage Duration

135 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $133	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$133 - $312	Average Duration3h 42m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $43	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Luton?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
Visit page
B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Visit page
C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
Visit page
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

Stops in Luton

A
London Luton Airport
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,765 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 17 reviews, National Express received a 3.9-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $35

National Express Manchester Luton recent customer reviews

Terrible, had to get 2 8 man taxis, one from manchester to Birmingham, and then one from Coventry to Luton because a driver did not show up to transfer at Coventry. Waited over 2 hours for these taxis. Staff were very kind and helpful but took way longer to get home and was very uncomfortable.

Abi F.

June 18, 2022

Bus was 50 mins late. I was going to Luton Airport from Manchester. We left Manchester late and it was obvious from the start that I would miss my connection in Milton Keynes. The staff in the bus kept saying we would arrive on time. It was a very stressful journey.I did miss the connection. Got another bus one hour later and just made the flight.

Margaret R.

September 27, 2017

Very cold on the coach

Urszula J.

April 2, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,601 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

GB bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Luton by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Luton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Luton start from $18. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Luton?
The average bus trip duration from Manchester to Luton is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Luton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Luton?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Luton at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Luton?
A bus trip from Manchester to Luton generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Manchester to Luton?
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 29754 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Luton?
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 has the most timely service from Manchester to Luton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Luton?
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.

Best price found

12/12

$39

12/13

$26

Today

$34

12/15

$25

12/16

$21

12/17

$20

12/18

$23

12/19

$26

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Luton was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $20

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Luton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $20 to $76 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-12-17.

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.