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Manchester to Luton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Luton, starting from £25.65 and averaging £52.00. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 12 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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19:41
4 hours 41 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Oxford Road
00:22
+1
Luton Airport Parkway
East Midlands RailwayAvanti West CoastThameslink
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20:15
4 hours 14 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
00:29
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Luton Airport Parkway
Avanti West CoastThameslink
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22:13
11 hours 14 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
09:27
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Luton Airport Parkway
TransPennine ExpressEast Midlands Railway
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22:30
11 hours 20 minutes, Changes required
Manchester Piccadilly
09:50
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Paris
East Midlands Railway
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Manchester to Luton Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:05
Last train
Last train
22:30
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester
Arrival station
Arrival station
Luton
Journey time
Journey time
3 hours 12 minutes
Distance
Distance
216 km
Price
Price
£25.65*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Luton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Luton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Luton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Luton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to Luton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Luton train ticket types

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