Trains from Luton to Manchester from $37.29*

Trains from Luton to Manchester from $37.29*

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Luton to Manchester Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Luton to Manchester, starting from $37.29 and averaging $53.71. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 3m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Sun, Dec 29
    From $37.29
  • Mon, Dec 30
    From $51.39
  • Tue, Dec 31
    From $48.12
  • Wed, Jan 1
    From $51.64
  • Thu, Jan 2
    From $51.64
  • Fri, Jan 3
    From $45.85
  • Sat, Jan 4
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:54
Luton Airport Parkway
11:01
Manchester Piccadilly
5h 7m, Changes requiredThameslinkAvanti West Coast
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07:15
Luton Airport Parkway
12:05
Manchester Piccadilly
4h 50m, Changes requiredThameslinkGreat NorthernAvanti West Coast
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08:54
Luton
12:36
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 42m, Changes requiredThameslinkEast Midlands Railway
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09:44
Luton
13:02
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 18m, Changes requiredThameslinkEast Midlands RailwayAvanti West Coast
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09:59
Luton
13:02
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 3m, Changes requiredThameslinkEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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09:59
Luton
13:36
Paris
3h 37m, Changes requiredThameslinkEast Midlands Railway
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Luton to Manchester Train Route Details

The Luton to Manchester train ticket is from $37.29. The average travel time is 3h 3m, covering a distance of approximately 135 miles. There are usually 24 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,CrossCountry,Great Northern. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
05:54
Last train
Last train
23:49
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 3m
Distance
Distance
135 miles
Price
Price
$37.29*

Luton to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Luton to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Manchester

Trains traveling between Luton and Manchester usually start their journey from Luton Airport Parkway and reach Manchester Piccadilly. The duration of this trip is approximately 3h 3m.

Book cheap train tickets from Luton to Manchester

Finding cheap train tickets from Luton to Manchester doesn't have to be a challenging task. With the right knowledge and by using available discounts and travel options, saving money with Trip.com can become effortless. Here are a few valuable tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can benefit from group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options, which provide a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes traveling from Luton to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Traveling during off-peak hours

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets and can be used on services that are less busy, typically outside the morning and evening rush hours. If your schedule allows flexibility, choosing off-peak hours for your trip from Luton to Manchester can result in significant cost savings. In most cities and large towns, off-peak hours usually start at 09:30 from Monday to Friday. In other areas, they typically begin at 09:00.

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