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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
zł71
Average ticket price on Sep 01
zł89
Fastest journey on Sep 01
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
1 h 26 m
Trains on Sep 01
28
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Leeds will cost around zł89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł71.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 28 trains from Manchester Airport to Leeds, including 8 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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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C24567
G15896
C24464
G15888
G15897
C24608
G15896
G16000
W85168 · W85249Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł29, while a train costs an average of zł63.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł63 Average price | zł29 Average price Cheapest | zł76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m 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 Manchester Airport to Leeds:
A bus is zł34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Leeds costing on average zł63.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 54m.
Tickets start at around zł63 compared to roughly zł76 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł12. The journey takes 1h 47m 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.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Leeds trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W85208 · W85320 | On time 6:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h33 | 7:37 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G16016 | 6:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h26 | 8:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89566 · C32641 · G89251 | On time 6:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h25 | 9:13 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G89566 · L89282 | 6:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h17 | 9:05 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89566+ G16319 | On time 6:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h51 | 8:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89566 · L89282+ G16319 | On time 6:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h51 | 8:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
W85210 · G15901 | On time 8:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h05 | 10:09 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89579 · G89143 | On time 8:17 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h25 | 10:42 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G38407+ C24767+ L89500 | 8:25 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h00 | 10:25 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G15949 · C24937 | On time 8:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h55 | 10:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89583+ C24937 | On time 8:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h51 | 10:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89583 · L89290+ C24937 | On time 8:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h51 | 10:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
C24464 | 4:07 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h43 | 5:50 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G15887 | 4:28 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h44 | 6:12 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89540+ G15876 | 4:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h47 | 6:35 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C24567 | 5:40 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h33 | 7:13 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W84648 · W85238 | 5:43 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h51 | 7:34 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89542+ W85238 | 5:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h46 | 7:34 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W85164 · G15866 | 6:03 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h46 | 7:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G15888 | 6:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h27 | 8:11 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85165 · W85242 | 7:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h27 | 8:31 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G15897 | 7:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h26 | 9:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W85168 · W85249 | 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h27 | 9:31 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W85168 · C24895 | 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h44 | 9:48 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G15896 | 8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h26 | 10:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89564 · L89250 | 8:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h16 | 11:04 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89564+ P00051 | 8:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h53 | 10:41 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89564 · L89250+ P00051 | 8:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h53 | 10:41 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G89581 · L89256 | 10:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h16 | 1:04 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W85179 · C24904 | 11:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h44 | 12:48 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89585 · P24134 · G89120 | 11:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h29 | 1:46 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G16000 | 11:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h26 | 1:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89589 · L89259+ G16314 | 11:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h53 | 1:41 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
G89589+ G16314 | 11:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h53 | 1:41 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
W85182 · C24909 | 12:04 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h44 | 1:48 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C24608 | 12:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h26 | 2:10 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C24608+ G89122 | 12:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h03 | 2:47 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89597+ P00053 | 12:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h51 | 2:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89597 · L89262 | 12:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h14 | 3:02 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89597 · L89262+ P00053 | 12:48 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h51 | 2:39 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Leeds run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł36 but you can travel from only zł21 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price zł36 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Leeds — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leeds trip today.
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
National museum on medicine and surgery with remarkable instruments and pathology displays. Unique, thought-provoking, and one of Leeds’ standout specialist museums.
Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
Popular Indian vegetarian institution celebrated for South Indian snacks, street food, and casual family-friendly dining.
Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for UK city breaks. Hotels, dining, and transit are usually cheaper than London, but central stays and upscale dining can raise daily costs.
Restaurants may add a service charge; if not, 10-12.5% is common for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Leeds Coach Station -> Leeds Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester Airport to Leeds trains use the Manchester Victoria to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley 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.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: 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.
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