What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leeds?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Leeds?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to train which takes 47 min and costs £12 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Leeds. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Leeds?

The distance between Manchester and Leeds is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Leeds without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £12 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Leeds?

The train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leeds bus from?

Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leeds train from?

Manchester to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Leeds?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to train which takes 47 min and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £10 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds bus arrive?

Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds train arrive?

Manchester to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Leeds is 42 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Manchester to Leeds.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Leeds?

Book your Manchester to Leeds train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds?

Book your Manchester to Leeds bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2569+ hotels available in Leeds.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Leeds?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Leeds. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester to Leeds - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, tram, and car

How to get fromManchester to Leeds

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Leeds by train, bus, rideshare, tram, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
47 min
£12–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
1h 10m
£4–10
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Leedsrideshare 42 mi
1h 9m
£4–7
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Railway Stationtram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2h 24m
£18–30
Drive 41.9 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Leedscar 41.9 mi
50 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Leedstaxi 41.9 mi
50 min
£180–220

Manchester to Leeds by train

860Weekly Trains

47 minAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Manchester to Leeds.

Launch map view

Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Leeds, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 47 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 10m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.