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 48 min and costs £7 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, 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 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 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 48 min and costs £7 - £22.

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

The train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leeds bus from?

Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange 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 48 min and costs £7 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £22 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds bus arrive?

Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus 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 49 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 2423+ 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Leeds by train, bus, rideshare, 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 LeedsLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
48 min
£7–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus StationUk073 / ...
1h 10m
£3–22
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Leeds41.9 mi
1h 9m
£4–7
Drive 42 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Leeds42 mi
49 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Leeds42 mi
49 min
£150–190

Manchester to Leeds by train

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Distance: 42.1 mi
Duration: 48 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 £12–22 and the journey takes 48 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–8 and the journey takes 1h 10m. National Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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