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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to train and bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 6m and costs £110 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Great Danes Hotel via Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

How far is it from Manchester to Leeds?

The distance between Manchester and Leeds is 257 miles. The road distance is 233.3 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 via Ashford International which takes 4h 6m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Manchester to Leeds, including transfers.

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.

Train or bus from Manchester to Leeds?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 6m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds bus arrive?

Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Leeds is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Manchester to Leeds.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 1083+ hotels available in Leeds.

Manchester to Leeds - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Manchester to Leeds by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 6m
£115–192
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2. Take the bus from Sheffield to Chathambus Michalovce
9h 40m
£35–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Tottenham Hotspur Stadiumbus N18
2. Take the bus from Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to King Streetbus N22
8h 34m
£46–107
Drive 232 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Leedscar 232 mi
4h 30m
£58–83
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Headcorntrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station Forecourt to Forge Lanebus
5h 52m
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Headcorntrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 14m
£88–154
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Headcorntrain
7h 27m
£88–260
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Headcorntrain
6h 25m
£121–265
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
7h 26m
£204–614

Manchester to Leeds by bus

2Weekly Buses

8h 34mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Leeds.

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Distance: 255.3 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leeds via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Ashford International, and Hollingbourne in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Great Danes Hotel via Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and King Street in around 8h 34m.

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