How to travel from Manchester to Leeds

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Compare bus and train for Manchester to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €18.

Distance: 35 miles (57 km)

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€18

Average price

€8

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€13

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1h 40m

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1h 10m

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1h 46m

Average total duration

1h 16m

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1h 7m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Leeds is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Leeds:

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Leeds costing on average €18.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 46m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Leeds including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Leeds among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€4. The journey takes 1h 10m versus 1h 7m 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.

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from Manchester to Leeds

How to get from Manchester to Leeds by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Manchester to Leeds is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM1h10
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    9:40 PMLeeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 PM1h10
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    9:40 PMLeeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Transpennine ExpressG15989
    6:00 AM0h47
    Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    6:47 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    €251One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Northern RailG89146
    11:21 PM1h22
    Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    12:43 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    €91One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89251
    7:57 PM1h16
    Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    9:13 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    €121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89143
    9:21 PM1h21
    Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    10:42 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    €121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:50 PM1h10
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    3:00 PMLeeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX170
    4:05 AM1h10
    Manchester, Coach Station
    5:15 AMLeeds, Coach Station
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:50 AM1h10
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    1:00 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Manchester to Leeds

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Manchester to Leeds, 58,22% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Manchester to Leeds and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Manchester to Leeds. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Leeds

Travel to Leeds easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Leeds.

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There are 2 options to travel between Manchester and Leeds including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Leeds is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Leeds:

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Leeds costing on average €18.

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 1h 40m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 46m.

The distance from Manchester to Leeds is approximately 35 miles (57 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Leeds is:
  • Around 61 trains per day.
  • Around 23 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Leeds as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Leeds:
  • Trains mostly depart from Manchester Victoria (MCV) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Airport and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Leeds, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Leeds by train.
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Leeds by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Manchester to Leeds with the following travel companies:
  • 59 direct trains per day with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail.
  • 23 direct buses per day with National Express, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Leeds often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Kings Cross (KGX), Dublin, Edinburgh, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leeds and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leeds to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit Temple Newsam, a Tudor-Jacobean mansion featuring beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging exhibits on the history of medicine. For performances, The Grand Theatre showcases opera, ballet, and musicals. Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy the Victoria Quarter for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Notable sights include the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, Roundhay Park, Kirkstall Abbey, and Harewood House.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Leeds allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, and the lively shopping and dining scene at Leeds City Centre.

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