The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Manchester
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Manchester will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 12 trains that leave Leeds for Manchester on Wed, Dec 17, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 54 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.
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Compare train and bus for Leeds to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €2.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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€12 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Manchester trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:43 PM Leeds | 1h18 | 7:01 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:17 PM Leeds | 1h35 | 7:52 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:43 PM Leeds | 1h18 | 8:01 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 PM Leeds | 1h35 | 9:52 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:42 PM Leeds | 1h24 | 11:06 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36629 | On time 8:00 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h51 | 8:51 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36939 | On time 8:06 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h02 | 9:08 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y25832 | On time 8:13 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h16 | 9:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36747 | On time 8:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h54 | 9:09 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G92085 | On time 8:17 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h33 | 9:50 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37219 | On time 8:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h48 | 9:18 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y25408 | On time 8:42 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h19 | 10:01 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36820 | On time 8:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h51 | 9:36 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36633 | On time 9:00 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h52 | 9:52 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L37147 | On time 9:05 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h05 | 10:10 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G90640 | On time 9:12 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h17 | 10:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
L36752 | On time 9:15 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0h54 | 10:09 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Manchester
Trains from Leeds to Manchester run on average 59 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 58 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€2) |
Trains per day 59 |
Direct trains 58 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express from Leeds to Manchester trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Leeds and Manchester from $3 (€2). 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 to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Manchester 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Manchester
- 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
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops on Kirkstall Lane close to the junction with the station approach road. (Station side for Leeds, opposite side for Harrogate)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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