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Trip Overview

The average train between Luton and Manchester takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton to Manchester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 41m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£104
Average price
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Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain train
  2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain train
  3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
4h 32m
£86–130

Luton to Manchester train times

Trains run hourly between Luton and Manchester. The earliest departure is at 12:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Manchester at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 178.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Luton, England and Manchester, England?

You can take a train from Luton to Manchester Piccadilly via Kettering and Nottingham in around 4h 32m.

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