The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) 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 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 56 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 217 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£79 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £164 Average Price |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trains for today, Monday 9 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h16 | 22:31 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 05:11 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h56 | 09:07 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h45 | 12:28 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h22 | 12:36 Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 19:15 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Luton Airport Parkway (LTN) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luton Airport Parkway (LTN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Luton Airport Parkway (LTN)
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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