The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Leeds Festival
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds Festival is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Leeds Festival will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Manchester for Leeds Festival on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester to Leeds Festival
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Leeds Festival among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€6 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Leeds Festival bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Leeds Festival buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:50 PM Manchester | 1h10 | 8:00 PM Leeds Festival | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Manchester | 1h10 | 8:20 PM Leeds Festival | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Leeds Festival
Buses from Manchester to Leeds Festival run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 06:20 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, National Express from Manchester to Leeds FestivalYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Leeds Festival with FlixBus, National Express for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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National Express
FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Leeds Festival
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Leeds Festival by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds Festival, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Leeds Festival, Bramham Park, located 0 miles (13 m) away from the city centre.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Manchester to Leeds Festival, follow these tips:
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- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Manchester to Leeds Festival
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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