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Here is a selection of the cheapest shuttle trips from the schedule from Luton Airport to Manchester from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today
£34
tomorrow
£35
Sunday
£28
Monday
Tuesday
£21
Wednesday
£23
Thursday
£23

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 5h 10m 13:25 Luton Airport Luton Airport 18:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £34
National Express 4h 35m 14:50 Luton Airport Luton Airport 19:25 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £34
National Express 4h 55m 16:25 Luton Airport Luton Airport 21:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £34
National Express 4h 20m 15:45 Luton Airport Luton Airport 20:05 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £36
National Express 4h 25m 17:35 Luton Airport Luton Airport 22:00 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £13? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 38%
      3h 10m
      Luton Airport
      3 km
      12:35
      Luton
      Bus Station
      15:45
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arriva
      3h 38m
      0
      07:57
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      08:20
      Luton
      Stopsley Inspire
      0
      Arriva
      Basic
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      0
      08:30
      Luton
      Bus Station
      11:35
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
    Travel Time is 0h 42m shorter, and you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 4h 40m 13:25 Luton Airport Luton Airport 18:05 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 5h 0m 16:00 Luton Airport Luton Airport 21:00 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 4h 20m 17:25 Luton Airport Luton Airport 21:45 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 4h 40m 12:15 Luton Airport Luton Airport 16:55 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £36
National Express 4h 20m 14:40 Luton Airport Luton Airport 19:00 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £17? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 49%
      3h 10m
      Luton Airport
      3 km
      12:35
      Luton
      Bus Station
      15:45
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arriva
      3h 38m
      0
      07:57
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      08:20
      Luton
      Stopsley Inspire
      0
      Arriva
      Basic
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      0
      08:30
      Luton
      Bus Station
      11:35
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
    Travel Time is 0h 42m shorter, and you will save £14

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 05:40 Luton Airport Luton Airport 12:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £28
National Express 4h 35m 08:45 Luton Airport Luton Airport 13:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 4h 45m 09:25 Luton Airport Luton Airport 14:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 4h 40m 13:25 Luton Airport Luton Airport 18:05 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £35
National Express 5h 0m 16:00 Luton Airport Luton Airport 21:00 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 43%
      3h 5m
      Luton Airport
      3 km
      08:30
      Luton
      Bus Station
      11:35
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £16
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arriva
      3h 55m
      0
      07:40
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      08:09
      Luton
      Stopsley Inspire
      0
      Arriva
      Basic
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 21m
    • FlixBus
      3h 5m
      0
      08:30
      Luton
      Bus Station
      11:35
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £12
    Travel Time is 0h 40m shorter, and you will save £11

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 05:40 Luton Airport Luton Airport 12:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £21
National Express 4h 40m 09:30 Luton Airport Luton Airport 14:10 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £31
National Express 4h 20m 19:35 Luton Airport Luton Airport 23:55 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £31
National Express 4h 35m 08:45 Luton Airport Luton Airport 13:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £32
National Express 4h 50m 11:00 Luton Airport Luton Airport 15:50 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £32
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £10? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 48%
      3h 10m
      Luton Airport
      3 km
      12:35
      Luton
      Bus Station
      15:45
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arriva
      3h 30m
      0
      12:15
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      12:30
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      Arriva
      Basic
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      12:35
      Luton
      Bus Station
      15:45
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
    Travel Time is 0h 50m shorter, and you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 05:40 Luton Airport Luton Airport 12:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 5h 5m 14:50 Luton Airport Luton Airport 19:55 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 4h 55m 16:25 Luton Airport Luton Airport 21:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 4h 20m 19:35 Luton Airport Luton Airport 23:55 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 5h 40m 01:55 Luton Airport Luton Airport 07:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 52%
      3h 5m
      Luton Airport
      3 km
      08:30
      Luton
      Bus Station
      11:35
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arriva
      3h 30m
      0
      12:15
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      12:30
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      Arriva
      Basic
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      12:35
      Luton
      Bus Station
      15:45
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
    Travel Time is 0h 50m shorter, and you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
National Express 6h 40m 05:40 Luton Airport Luton Airport 12:20 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £23
National Express 5h 40m 01:55 Luton Airport Luton Airport 07:35 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 4h 40m 13:25 Luton Airport Luton Airport 18:05 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 5h 5m 14:50 Luton Airport Luton Airport 19:55 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £30
National Express 4h 40m 12:15 Luton Airport Luton Airport 16:55 Manchester Coach Station  Economy £31
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 52%
      3h 10m
      Luton Airport
      3 km
      12:35
      Luton
      Bus Station
      15:45
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0 km
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton Airport to Manchester via Luton, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arriva
      3h 30m
      0
      12:15
      Luton Airport
      Luton Airport
      12:30
      Luton
      Interchange
      0
      Arriva
      Basic
      £5
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      12:35
      Luton
      Bus Station
      15:45
      Manchester
      Moss Lane East Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £11
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save £6

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Luton Airport to Manchester is £20 on 18/03/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Luton Airport and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Luton Airport and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily coaches from Luton Airport to Manchester. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Luton Airport and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 34 coaches from Luton Airport to Manchester, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Luton Airport and Manchester, with only 15 offers.

Facts about coaches from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 15 times every day by bus from Luton Airport to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Luton Airport to Manchester starting from £20!

Cheapest Bus £20
Fastest Bus 3h 45m
Earliest Coach 12:15
Latest Coach 23:55
Daily Bus Connections 15 Ø
Distance 218.5 km
Coach Companies National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Luton Airport to Manchester

Every day, 15 buses from 1 coach companies leave Luton Airport for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 20/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/03
Tuesday 17/03
Wednesday 18/03
Thursday 19/03
Friday 20/03
£23
Saturday 21/03
£35
Sunday 22/03
£28
Monday 23/03
Tuesday 24/03
£21
Wednesday 25/03
£23
Thursday 26/03
£23
Friday 27/03
£25
Saturday 28/03
£30
Sunday 29/03
£28
Monday 30/03
£21
Tuesday 31/03
Wednesday 01/04
£21
Thursday 02/04
Friday 03/04
£37
Saturday 04/04
Sunday 05/04
Monday 06/04
£37
Tuesday 07/04
£21
Wednesday 08/04
£21
Thursday 09/04
£21
Friday 10/04
£25
Saturday 11/04
£25
Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Luton Airport to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Luton Airport to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £21, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Luton Airport to Manchester. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £25.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Luton Airport to Manchester, with £21. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £31.

How to save money travelling from Luton Airport to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Luton Airport to Manchester in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Luton Airport to Manchester, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Luton Airport to Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Luton Airport to Manchester

These are the most booked bus companies between Luton Airport to Manchester from our users.

National Express from Luton Airport to Manchester

National Express

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Luton Airport to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £21
Fastest Coach 3h 45m
Earliest Coach 12:15
Last Coach 23:55
Daily Connections 15 Ø
Found on 20/03/2026

All bus stations and stops in Luton Airport and Manchester

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Luton Airport and Manchester.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Luton Airport to Manchester

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Luton Airport to Manchester? Or which bus companies serve the route Luton Airport to Manchester? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Luton Airport to Manchester bus

How much does a Luton Airport - Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest airport transfer for the Luton Airport - Manchester route is available from £20 and takes 6h 40m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Luton Airport to Manchester?

The connection Luton Airport to Manchester is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £20 to £50. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Luton Airport - Manchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Luton Airport to Manchester is offered by roughly 15 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Manchester from Luton Airport take?

The quickest transfer from Luton Airport to Manchester is provided by National Express and takes 3h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £36. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Luton Airport to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from Luton Airport at 12:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Luton Airport to Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from Luton Airport at 23:55. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Luton Airport - Manchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Luton Airport to Manchester can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Luton Airport and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Luton Airport and Manchester by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct transfer: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Manchester from Luton Airport?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Luton Airport Manchester bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Luton Airport Manchester bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the transfer from Luton Airport to Manchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Luton Airport to Manchester?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 15 daily trips between Luton Airport and Manchester. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Luton Airport to Manchester?

Prices and availability for 15 trips between Luton Airport and Manchester change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Luton Airport to Manchester

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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