Trains from Luton to Manchester from $42.12*

Trains from Luton to Manchester from $42.12*

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Luton to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Luton to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $42.12, with average prices for this route around $165.75.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

  • Tue, Nov 5
    From $50.54
  • Wed, Nov 6
    From $53.13
  • Thu, Nov 7
    From $53.13
  • Fri, Nov 8
    From $45.87
  • Sat, Nov 9
    From $53.13
  • Sun, Nov 10
    From $42.12
  • Mon, Nov 11
    From $53.13
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:10
Luton
09:19
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 9m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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06:10
Luton
09:32
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 22m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayNorthern
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06:28
Luton Airport Parkway
09:44
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 16m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayAvanti West Coast
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06:34
Luton Airport Parkway
10:05
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 31m, Changes requiredThameslinkAvanti West Coast
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06:46
Luton
10:05
Manchester Piccadilly
3h 19m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayWest Midlands TrainsAvanti West Coast
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06:46
Luton
10:19
Paris
3h 33m, Changes requiredEast Midlands RailwayCrossCountryAvanti West Coast
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Luton to Manchester Train Route Details

The Luton to Manchester train ticket is from $42.12. The average travel time is 2h 59m, covering a distance of approximately 216 mile. There are usually 99 daily trains provided by East Midlands Railway,Avanti West Coast,London Underground. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
00:36
Last train
Last train
23:46
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 59m
Distance
Distance
216 mile
Price
Price
$42.12*
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Luton to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Luton to Manchester Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Manchester

Trains running from Luton to Manchester will typically depart from Luton and arrive at Manchester Piccadilly. The journey takes around 2h 59m.

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.

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.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

How can you make your journey from Luton to Manchester cheaper? One option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from A to B, you can split the route into two sections: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket.

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.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.