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Which bus from Luton to Manchester is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Luton to Manchester. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like FlixBus or GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway). To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£11
tomorrow
£15
Thursday
£13
Friday
£15
Saturday
£16
Sunday
£29
Monday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 35m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 16:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £11
FlixBus 3h 10m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 15:45 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £11
FlixBus 3h 30m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 12:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £13
FlixBus 3h 5m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 11:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 10m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 15:45 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 35m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 16:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 5m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 11:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 3h 30m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 12:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £16

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 35m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 16:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £13
FlixBus 3h 10m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 15:45 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £13
FlixBus 3h 30m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 12:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £14
FlixBus 3h 5m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 11:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £14

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 35m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 16:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 10m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 15:45 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £15
FlixBus 3h 30m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 12:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £17
FlixBus 3h 5m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 11:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £17

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 35m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 16:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £16
FlixBus 3h 10m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 15:45 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £16
FlixBus 3h 30m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 12:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £29
GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) 4h 0m 08:05 Luton Central Station 12:05 Manchester Piccadilly Train Station  Economy £70
GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) 3h 54m 08:05 Luton Central Station 11:59 Manchester Piccadilly Train Station  Economy £70

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 3h 30m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 12:00 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £29
FlixBus 3h 35m 12:35 Luton Bus Station 16:10 Manchester Shudehill Interchange  Economy £29
FlixBus 3h 5m 08:30 Luton Bus Station 11:35 Manchester Moss Lane East Station  Economy £29
GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) 4h 12m 08:24 Luton Central Station 12:36 Manchester Piccadilly Train Station  Economy £70
GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) 4h 12m 09:24 Luton Central Station 13:36 Manchester Piccadilly Train Station  Economy £70
  • Did you know that if you travel from Luton to Manchester via Milton Keynes, you can save more than £9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • National Express
      4h 10m
      0
      09:40
      Luton
      Interchange
      10:15
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £11
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • National Express
      3h 5m
      0
      10:45
      Milton Keynes
      Coachway
      13:50
      Manchester
      Coach Station
      0
      National Express
      Economy
      £9
    Travel time is 1h 5m longer, but you will save £9

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Luton to Manchester is £11 on 16/06/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Luton and Manchester?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Luton to Manchester. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Luton to Manchester. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Luton and Manchester.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 18 coaches from Luton to Manchester, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Luton and Manchester, with 14 offers.

All facts for Luton to Manchester bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway) that travel daily 5 times by bus from Luton to Manchester in one click. Book your Luton to Manchester bus ticket starting from £11!

Cheapest Bus £11
Fastest Bus 3h 5m
Earliest Coach 08:30
Latest Coach 12:35
Daily Bus Connections 5 Ø
Distance 216.4 km
Coach Companies FlixBus and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway)

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Luton to Manchester?

Every day, 5 buses from 2 coach companies leave Luton for Manchester. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/06/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 15/06
Tuesday 16/06
£11
Wednesday 17/06
£15
Thursday 18/06
£13
Friday 19/06
£15
Saturday 20/06
£16
Sunday 21/06
£29
Monday 22/06
Tuesday 23/06
Wednesday 24/06
£14
Thursday 25/06
Friday 26/06
£13
Saturday 27/06
Sunday 28/06
Monday 29/06
£18
Tuesday 30/06
£16
Wednesday 01/07
£13
Thursday 02/07
£12
Friday 03/07
£14
Saturday 04/07
£13
Sunday 05/07
Monday 06/07
Tuesday 07/07
Wednesday 08/07
£11
Thursday 09/07
Friday 10/07
Saturday 11/07
£14
Sunday 12/07

The cheapest time to travel from Luton to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Luton to Manchester, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £11, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Luton to Manchester. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £20.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Luton to Manchester, with £11. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Luton to Manchester

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Luton 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 coach from Luton 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 to Manchester are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Luton to Manchester?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Luton to Manchester timetable.

FlixBus from Luton to Manchester

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Luton to Manchester:

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 3h 5m
Earliest Coach 08:30
Last Coach 12:35
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 15/06/2026
In total 2 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Luton and Manchester

Here is a map with all coach stations in Luton and Manchester. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Luton to Manchester? Compare all modes of transports from Luton to Manchester.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Luton to Manchester

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Luton to Manchester. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Luton to Manchester bus

How much does a Luton Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Luton Manchester bus trip is available from £11 and takes 3h 35m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £72. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Manchester.

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

Each day, the bus route from Luton to Manchester is offered by roughly 5 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Manchester from Luton take?

The quickest coach from Luton to Manchester is provided by FlixBus and takes 3h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £13. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Luton to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from Luton at 08:30. 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 to Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from Luton at 12:35. 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 Manchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Luton to Manchester can travel with FlixBus and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway). Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Luton 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 bus: FlixBus and GTR (Govia Thameslink Railway).

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Luton 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 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 bus from Luton to Manchester on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Luton 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 5 daily trips between Luton 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 to Manchester?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Luton 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 to Manchester

Economy
Economy

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

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