- Must visit
Wardown House Museum and Gallery
Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
£48
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
£90
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
3 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
3 h 18 m
Trains on 28 Sept
32
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Luton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Luton will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £48.
To travel from Manchester to Luton you need to make at least 2 changes.
W34242+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
W45540
C01296+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
W45572
C21581 · W70744 · C04283
W33887+
G00839+
W70744 · C04283
W33929+
G00833+
C21669 · C04278
W33887+
G00839+
W70744 · C04283
W33888+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
C41884
W33932+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
C41866
W34104+
W70691 · C04235+
G00806
W33925+
G00818+
W70715 · C04258The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Luton trains for today, Sunday 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P24765+ W70840+ C02756 | 7:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h59 | 11:44 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W84657+ W70840+ C02756 | 8:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h32 | 11:44 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W84657+ W70840+ C02761 | 8:12 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h45 | 11:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W33112+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ W45755 | 8:20 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h07 | 12:27 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
G01007+ W33253+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ W45449 | 8:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h47 | 13:13 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
W84654+ W33368+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ W70930 | 9:10 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 4h49 | 13:59 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
W33049+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ C41883 | 12:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h24 | 15:39 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
C21661 · C41887+ W84681 | 12:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h22 | 16:39 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W84681+ C21661 · C21686 · C04223 | 12:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h38 | 15:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
W33237+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ C41886 | 12:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h34 | 16:09 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
C04441+ W33191+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ C41887 | 12:41 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 3h58 | 16:39 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
C04356 · W70687 · C04228 | 12:44 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h11 | 16:55 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W33030+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ W45783 | 12:55 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h32 | 16:27 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W33221+ Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+ C41887 | 13:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h24 | 16:39 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W84688+ W70777 · W70687 · C04228 | 13:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h38 | 16:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Manchester to Luton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 22:30 |
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Discover the best of Luton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luton trip today.
Museum and gallery in a Victorian mansion, showcasing local history, decorative arts and changing exhibitions in Wardown Park.
Collection of historic hats and fashion displays in a former hat factory, highlighting the trade that shaped Luton's identity.
Gallery venue inside Stockwood Discovery Centre, featuring art displays alongside heritage exhibits in an accessible parkland setting.
Large landscaped park with formal gardens, lake, museum and open space, ideal for a relaxed walk close to central Luton.
Parkland site with gardens, heritage displays and family-friendly walking routes around the Discovery Centre and museum grounds.
Nature reserve and chalk downland area with trails and wide views, popular for walking and a quieter escape above the town.
A Bedfordshire classic: suet pastry pudding filled with chopped beef, onions and stock. Long linked to local home cooking across Bedfordshire, including Luton.
A traditional Bedfordshire dish of baked onions stuffed with seasoned sage and breadcrumbs. It reflects thrifty local cooking from the surrounding county.
A rich suet pastry pie with bacon, onions and potatoes. It is an old Bedfordshire comfort food once popular with labourers and farming families.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively modern setting close to the town centre.
Well-known South Indian venue specialising in dosas, curries and vegetarian dishes in a relaxed, informal atmosphere.
Established steakhouse and grill known for steaks, burgers and hearty mains in a smart but approachable setting.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels near the airport can be pricey, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in London.
Service may be included in restaurants; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Café tipping is optional.
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Luton Airport Parkway, Luton -> Luton Town Centre, Luton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Luton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Luton trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Luton station pair, with some services arriving at Luton Airport Parkway. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Luton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, 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.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: 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.
Luton DART Parkway has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton DART Parkway: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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