How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Luton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Luton start at R 214. The average price for this route is around R 747. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Luton?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Luton is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 218 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Luton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Luton?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Luton at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Luton?

A bus trip from Manchester to Luton produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Manchester to Luton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Luton?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Luton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Luton?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Luton from R 159 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Luton on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Shudehill	3h 40m	17:40	Luton Halfway Avenue	Cheapest
Bus	18:50	Manchester (Moss Lane East)	3h	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	Fastest
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags
Bus	18:30	Shudehill	3h 20m	21:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	No tags
Bus	02:45	Coach Station	5h 20m	08:05	Luton Airport (LTN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:31 PM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Luton

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Luton. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 301, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

3h 10mAverage duration

217 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 214 - R 1 268	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 186 - R 5 075	Average duration3h 42m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 301 - R 675	Average duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Luton?

Stops in Manchester

A
Manchester Airport
B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
Visit page
C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
Visit page
D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Luton

A
London Luton Airport
Visit page
B
Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop
Station Road (Interchange, adj Rail Stn), Luton LU1
C
Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village
Inspire, Luton LU2 7UJ, UK
D
Lilley
Four Views, West St, Lilley, Luton LU2 8LH, UK
E
Butterfield Business Park
Butterfield Business Park, Luton LU2 8DL, UK
F
Stopsley
Stopsley Way, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AU, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 871 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

According to 17 reviews, National Express received a 3.9-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at R 503

National Express Manchester Luton recent customer reviews

Terrible, had to get 2 8 man taxis, one from manchester to Birmingham, and then one from Coventry to Luton because a driver did not show up to transfer at Coventry. Waited over 2 hours for these taxis. Staff were very kind and helpful but took way longer to get home and was very uncomfortable.

Abi F.

18 June 2022

Bus was 50 mins late. I was going to Luton Airport from Manchester. We left Manchester late and it was obvious from the start that I would miss my connection in Milton Keynes. The staff in the bus kept saying we would arrive on time. It was a very stressful journey.I did miss the connection. Got another bus one hour later and just made the flight.

Margaret R.

27 September 2017

Very cold on the coach

Urszula J.

2 April 2024

FlixBus

3.5/512 163 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Luton by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Luton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Luton start at R 214. The average price for this route is around R 747. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Luton?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Luton is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 218 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Luton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Luton?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Luton at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Luton?
A bus trip from Manchester to Luton produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Manchester to Luton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29871 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Luton?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Luton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Luton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/01

R 533

29/01

R 395

Today

R 346

31/01

R 297

01/02

R 484

02/02

R 237

03/02

R 228

04/02

R 228

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Luton was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 228

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Luton as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 228 to R 1 291 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Luton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 228, which is on 2026-02-03.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.