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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Luton takes 2h 52m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Manchester to Luton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 52m
Duration
213 mi
Distance
£92
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Manchester to Luton train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Manchester and Luton. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Luton at 2:33 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 2h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 3m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 38m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastThameslink4h 18m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 6m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 45m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 4m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 1m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 44m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways2h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 37m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastThameslink3h 36m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastEast Midlands Railways3h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Luton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Manchester to Luton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 213.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Luton via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 58m.

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