How much does a bus ticket from Manchester to Luton cost?

The bus ticket price from Manchester to Luton starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Luton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Luton?

The average travel time between Manchester and Luton is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Manchester and Luton?

The number of buses from Manchester to Luton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 27 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester to Luton by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Manchester to Luton?

When taking the bus from Manchester to Luton, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Luton?

Buses travelling between Manchester and Luton leave from Shudehill or Coach Station and arrive at London Luton Airport, Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop, Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village.

Bus Manchester to Luton from US$12 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 30 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:45	Coach Station	6h 35m	04:20	Luton Airport (LTN)	Cheapest
23:55	Coach Station	5h 40m	05:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	Fastest
21:45	Coach Station	6h 35m	04:20	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
23:40	Coach Station	5h 55m	05:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
23:40	Coach Station	5h 55m	05:35	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 1 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 2 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 3 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Luton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 20mAverage duration

217 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$16 - US$73	Average duration5h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$137 - US$314	Average duration3h 42m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$19 - US$44	Average duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Bus Manchester to Luton: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$46

Average bus trip duration5h

Number of daily buses27

Earliest bus departure00:05

Distance214 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to 17 reviews, National Express received a 3.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at US$26

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.

18 June 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.

27 September 2017

Very cold on the coach

Urszula J.

2 April 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 120 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Manchester to Luton Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Luton?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Coach Station

C - Manchester Airport

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Luton

A - London Luton Airport

B - Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop

C - Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village

D - Lilley

E - Butterfield Business Park

F - Stopsley

Frequently asked questions on the trip Manchester - Luton

How much does a bus ticket from Manchester to Luton cost?
The bus ticket price from Manchester to Luton starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Luton is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Luton?
The average travel time between Manchester and Luton is around 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Manchester and Luton?
The number of buses from Manchester to Luton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 27 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Manchester to Luton by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Manchester to Luton?
When taking the bus from Manchester to Luton, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Luton?
Buses travelling between Manchester and Luton leave from Shudehill or Coach Station and arrive at London Luton Airport, Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop, Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/10

US$22

29/10

US$54

Today

US$27

31/10

US$25

01/11

US$31

02/11

US$42

03/11

US$16

04/11

US$43

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Luton was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$16

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 US$16 to US$74 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 US$16, which is on 2025-11-03.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Manchester and Luton!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Manchester to Luton, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Manchester to Luton will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Manchester to Luton, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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