The average train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Luton takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 38m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester Airport (MAN) 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.
Trains run hourly between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Luton. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester Airport (MAN) is at 8:01 PM which arrives into Luton at 10:56 PM. All services require a transfer at Wilmslow and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) 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.
No, there is no direct train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport (MAN) station and arriving at Luton station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wilmslow station.
Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Luton station.
Book your Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Luton is 207.3 km. The road distance is 338 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Airport to Luton via Wilmslow, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 41m.