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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport to Manchester
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 14 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
218 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Luton Airport to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Luton Airport to Manchester will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £33.
Of the 4 buses that leave London Luton Airport for Manchester every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 218 km distance in an average of 6 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 40 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.
Live departures
London Luton Airport to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Manchester coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:40 London Luton Airport | 6h40 | 11:20 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:35 London Luton Airport | 4h20 | 22:55 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 London Luton Airport | 7h40 | 05:15 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:45 London Luton Airport | 6h15 | 05:00 Manchester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to Manchester
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Buses from London Luton Airport to Manchester run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 218 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 218 km |
Average bus duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 04:40 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Bus providers: National Express from London Luton Airport to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to Manchester with National Express for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Luton Airport to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton Airport to Manchester by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Luton Airport and Manchester
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParking
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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