The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 19 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Thu, May 28, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
G15907 · C2470812:30 PM1h07Leeds station (LDS)1:37 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$181One-way1 transfer
C2459312:45 PM1h04Leeds station (LDS)1:49 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$181One-way0 transfers
C031721:45 PM1h04Leeds station (LDS)2:49 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$181One-way0 transfers
G15922 · G158181:30 PM1h07Leeds station (LDS)2:37 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$181One-way1 transfer
G1594010:15 PM1h04Leeds station (LDS)11:19 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$201One-way0 transfers
C246776:08 AM1h02Leeds station (LDS)7:10 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$261One-way0 transfers
W853106:08 PM1h02Leeds station (LDS)7:10 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$281One-way0 transfers
W852418:05 AM1h03Leeds station (LDS)9:08 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$271One-way0 transfers
W852924:07 PM1h03Leeds station (LDS)5:10 PMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$261One-way0 transfers
G161417:06 AM1h04Leeds station (LDS)8:10 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN)$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN):
A bus is $17 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 32m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $16 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.76 (€-6.26). The journey takes 1h 15m versus 1h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24826 | On time 5:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 6:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24677 | On time 6:08 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h02 | 7:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16008 · C24679 | On time 6:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 7:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G16141 | On time 7:06 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 8:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16018 · C24609 | On time 7:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 8:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G15891 | On time 7:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 8:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85241 | On time 8:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h03 | 9:08 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24945 · C24686 | On time 8:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 9:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G15894 | On time 8:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 9:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85248 | On time 9:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h05 | 10:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16013 · C24691 | On time 9:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 10:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G15893 | On time 9:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 10:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24952 · C24696 | On time 10:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 11:37 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C03158 | On time 10:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 11:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24954 · C24701 | On time 11:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 12:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C24587 | On time 11:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 12:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15907 · C24708 | On time 12:30 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 1:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C24593 | On time 12:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 1:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15922 · G15818 | On time 1:30 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 2:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C03172 | On time 1:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 2:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15900 · G15839 | On time 2:30 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 3:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C24605 | On time 2:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 3:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24965 · C24726 | On time 3:30 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h07 | 4:37 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C24610 | On time 3:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 4:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85292 | On time 4:07 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h03 | 5:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24969 · C24732 | On time 4:30 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h09 | 5:39 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C03182 | On time 4:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 5:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85301 | On time 5:05 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h05 | 6:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24972 · G15853 | On time 5:30 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h09 | 6:39 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C24623 | On time 5:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 6:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85310 | On time 6:08 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h02 | 7:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85319 | On time 7:05 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h05 | 8:10 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G16022 | On time 7:45 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 8:49 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24980 · C24759 | On time 8:30 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h09 | 9:39 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
G15940 | On time 10:15 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 11:19 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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