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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport
Showing times and prices for 31 May
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
217 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
Fast coaches
Of the 19 buses that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for London Luton Airport every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 217 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.
NX120 · NX70721:306h50Manchester, Coach Station4:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£421One-way1 change- NX540 · NX23012:154h50Manchester, Coach Station17:05Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£421One-way1 change
- NX424 · NX42223:555h40Manchester, Coach Station5:35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£441One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX2305:104h25Manchester, Coach Station9:35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£451One-way1 change
- NX541 · NX2306:105h10Manchester, Coach Station11:20Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£451One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX70718:004h05Manchester, Coach Station22:05Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£491One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX73714:354h10Manchester, Coach Station18:45Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£471One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX70710:554h15Manchester, Coach Station15:10Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£481One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX2305:104h25Manchester, Coach Station9:35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£451One-way1 change
- NX540 · NX7376:054h30Manchester, Coach Station10:35Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station£471One-way1 change
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport coaches for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX120 · NX707 | On time 21:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h50 | 4:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
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| NX421 · NX230 | 2:45 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h20 | 8:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX230 | 5:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h25 | 9:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX541 · NX707 | 5:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h45 | 10:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 6:05 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h30 | 10:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX541 · NX230 | 6:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h10 | 11:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX230 | 7:20 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h55 | 12:15 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX541 · NX707 | 7:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h15 | 12:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX541 · NX240 | 7:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h15 | 12:40 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 8:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h55 | 13:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 10:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h15 | 15:10 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX230 | 12:15 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h50 | 17:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX541 · NX707 | 12:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h00 | 17:25 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 14:35 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h10 | 18:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX737 | 15:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h05 | 20:55 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX707 | 18:00 Manchester, Coach Station | 4h05 | 22:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX540 · NX230 | 19:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 6h15 | 1:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
| NX424 · NX422 | On time 23:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 5h40 | 5:35 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:10, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 217 km distance in 4h 20m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 5:10 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: National Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton AirportYou can travel by bus between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport with National Express for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£33
National Express frequency
16 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport 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 London Luton Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport is £40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport is 4h 20m to travel the 217 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport leaves at 5:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport leaves at 22:55.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Luton Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Luton Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to London Luton Airport from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport is July.
Yes, you can take a coach between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to London Luton Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
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