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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Luton
Showing times and prices for 15 May
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 8 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
216 km
Cheap tickets
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 £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Fast trains
To travel from Manchester to Luton you need to make at least 2 changes.
W02913+
Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
W595177:543h33Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)11:27Luton station (LUT)£431One-way2 changes- W02888+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W595299:343h23Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:57Luton station (LUT)£471One-way2 changes
- W03154+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W5954511:343h23Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)14:57Luton station (LUT)£481One-way2 changes
- L02120+W59537+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International10:343h23Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:57Luton station (LUT)£481One-way2 changes
- W03147+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W5947214:143h26Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:40Luton station (LUT)£481One-way2 changes
- W02823+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+
C5187514:343h08Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)17:42Luton station (LUT)£661One-way2 changes - W02810+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C5229915:343h08Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)18:42Luton station (LUT)£551One-way2 changes
- W00601+C52411+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International7:003h10Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)10:10Luton station (LUT)£661One-way2 changes
- L02116+C52422+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International9:543h16Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)13:10Luton station (LUT)£661One-way2 changes
- W02898+C52614+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International8:543h16Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)12:10Luton station (LUT)£981One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Luton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Luton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 216 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£69 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Luton train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Luton trains for tomorrow, Friday 15 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L02273+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52620 | 6:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 9:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
W02452+ C74798+C51568 · C51462 | 6:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 9:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| W02452+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W59507 | 6:29 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h28 | 9:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W00601+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52411 | 7:00 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h10 | 10:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| L02278+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C51865 | 7:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 10:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02446+C74898+C51607 · C51437 | 7:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 10:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| Y12354 · C51641 · C51467 | 7:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h42 | 11:25 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02913+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W59517 | 7:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h33 | 11:27 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02910+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52619 | 8:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 11:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W03164+C74800+C51580 · C52509 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 11:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| W03164+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W59521 | 8:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h23 | 11:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y12357 · C51244 · C52418 | 8:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h42 | 12:25 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02898+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52614 | 8:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h16 | 12:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02896+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C51838 | 9:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 12:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02888+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W59529 | 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h23 | 12:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02888+C74802+C51595 · C52486 | 9:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 12:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| Y12360 · C51636 · C52524 | 9:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h42 | 13:25 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| L02116+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52422 | 9:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h16 | 13:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02882+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52598 | 10:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 13:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| L02120+C74805+C51642 · C51429 | 10:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 13:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| L02120+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W59537 | 10:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h23 | 13:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y12363 · C51570 · C52498 | 10:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h42 | 14:25 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02870+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52393 | 10:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h16 | 14:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02867+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52608 | 11:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 14:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W03154+C74808+C51553 · C52404 | 11:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 14:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| W03154+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W59545 | 11:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h23 | 14:57 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y12367 · Y12117 · C51469 | 11:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h42 | 15:25 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02857+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52300 | 11:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h16 | 15:10 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02855+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52610 | 12:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 15:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W03152+C74811+Y12119 · C52417 | 12:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 15:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| W03147+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W59472 | 14:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 17:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02823+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C51875 | 14:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h08 | 17:42 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02823+C74817+Y12135 · Y12328 | 14:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 17:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| Y12375 · Y12125 · C51526 | 14:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h42 | 18:25 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02818+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52317 | 14:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h20 | 18:14 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02817+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+G84434 | 15:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h23 | 18:37 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02810+C74820+C51574 · C51509 | 15:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h21 | 18:55 Luton station (LUT) | 3 changes | |
| W02810+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52299 | 15:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h08 | 18:42 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| Y12378 · C51653 · Y12330 | 15:43 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h40 | 19:23 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02805+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C51681 | 15:54 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h18 | 19:12 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02803+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+C52123 | 16:14 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h26 | 19:40 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
| W02797+Tube from London Euston to London St Pancras International+W57818 | 16:34 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h17 | 19:51 Luton station (LUT) | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Luton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Luton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 11m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 56 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway from Manchester to Luton trainsEast Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Manchester and Luton from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest Price
£37
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 11m
Cheapest Price
£35
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Transpennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Rail
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 24m
Cheapest Price
£73
Northern Rail frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
London North Eastern Railway
About
LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
£76
London North Eastern Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund available if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class passengers receive complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are included with Advance tickets. Optional for other ticket types at £0-£2 per person depending on route
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two pets per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Manchester to Luton train
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Luton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £69.
The train journey from Manchester to Luton covers a distance of 216 km and takes approximately 3h 11m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Luton is 216 km.
The first train from Manchester to Luton leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Manchester to Luton departs at 22:30.
Trains from Manchester to Luton run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester to Luton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Luton.
To get from Manchester to Luton, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Luton.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Luton is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Luton station (LUT).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Luton is by coach, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Manchester to Luton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester to Luton offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, passing through the picturesque countryside of the Midlands, but it is not typically regarded as one of the UK's most scenic routes.
A day trip from Manchester to Luton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 11m each way, covering a distance of 216 km. There are 7 trains per day available for this route.
In Luton, visitors can explore The Mall Luton for shopping and dining, visit Woodside Animal Farm for a family-friendly day out, and enjoy the variety of goods at Luton Indoor Market. Outdoor enthusiasts can relax at Stockwood Park, while entertainment seekers can head to The Galaxy for cinema and bowling. For cultural experiences, visit Stockwood Discovery Centre for local history, Wardown House Museum and Gallery for art and history, and The Hat Factory Arts Centre for performances and exhibitions. Historical and scenic sights include Luton Hoo Estate and Whipsnade Zoo.
Two to three days in Luton is sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Stockwood Discovery Centre, Wardown House Museum, and the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Luton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Luton
Manchester
Luton
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Luton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
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Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
The major train station for arrivals in Luton is Luton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Luton for your journey to Luton from Manchester.
Amenities at train station
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 21:45 Saturday 05:45 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:45
Parking
- Car Park: Station Road Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: Available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There are heated waiting areas on platforms 1 to 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front and rear entrances
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 00:30 Saturday 06:30 - 00:00 Sunday 07:30 - 00:00
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Coffee shops
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platforms 2 and 3 and also adjacent to platform 4
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station and Kimpton Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:30 Saturday 06:00 - 19:20 Sunday 07:45 - 17:45
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: YES
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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