Manchester to Luton by train
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Overview: trains from Manchester to Luton
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Manchester to Luton train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Manchester to Luton by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Manchester to Luton take around 2 hours and 50 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 217 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Manchester is scheduled to depart at around 05:05. The last departure is usually at around 23:53 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Manchester at around 05:25, with the last train leaving at around 23:41. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 48 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$88.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Luton, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Luton.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Luton?
The journey between Manchester and Luton usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Manchester to Luton every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.
How long does it take to travel from Manchester to Luton?
The Manchester to Luton train travel takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Manchester to Luton train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Luton leaving Manchester at around 05:05 and the last train leaving at around 23:53 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Manchester at around 05:25, with the final departure at 23:41.
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- From Manchester to Edinburgh From US$34.50
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Other train journeys to Luton
- From London to Luton From US$11.00
- From Brighton to Luton From US$25.00
- From Leicester to Luton From US$28.50
- From Nottingham to Luton From US$40.00
- From Birmingham to Luton From US$112.00
- From Leeds to Luton From US$71.00
- From Sheffield to Luton From US$69.00
- From Nuneaton to Luton From US$52.50
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- From Kettering to Luton From US$19.00
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- From Luton to Leeds From US$66.50
- From Luton to London From US$5.00
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- From Luton to Crewe From US$76.50
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