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Compare train and bus for Stockport to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stockport to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$30 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Stockport to Leeds
Compare the available ways to get from Stockport to Leeds, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Stockport to Leeds:
A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockport to Leeds costing on average $30.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 1m.
Tickets start at around $30 compared to roughly $17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$13. The journey takes 1h 16m versus 1h 9m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Stockport to Leeds
How to get from Stockport to Leeds by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Stockport to Leeds is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus11:30 PM 1h05 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 12:35 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
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FlixBus11:30 PM 1h05 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 12:35 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
FlixBus11:30 PM 1h05 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 12:35 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
W84656 · P000518:54 AM 1h47 Stockport station (SPT) 10:41 AM Leeds station (LDS) $33 1 One-way 1 transfer
W84656 · C245908:54 AM 2h16 Stockport station (SPT) 11:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) $33 1 One-way 1 transfer
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W852498:10 AM 1h21 Stockport station (SPT) 9:31 AM Leeds station (LDS) $47 1 One-way 1 transfer
FlixBus8:30 PM 1h10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 9:40 PM Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus7:00 AM 1h10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 8:10 AM Leeds, Coach Station $6 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus12:20 PM 1h10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 1:30 PM Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop $8 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Stockport to Leeds:
A bus is $21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stockport to Leeds costing on average $30.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 1m.
- Around 24 buses per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stockport and Leeds as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Stockport station (SPT) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
- Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.
- Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Leeds by train.
- Travel with FlixBus, National Express to go to Leeds by bus.
- 24 direct buses per day with FlixBus, National Express.
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