How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from $10. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Leeds?

The average bus travel time from Manchester to Leeds is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 59 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Leeds route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Leeds?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Leeds at 3:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Leeds?

A bus trip from Manchester to Leeds generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leeds?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Leeds from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:59pm	Coach Station	1h 31m	1:30am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Coach Station	1h 5m	10:05pm	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	9:00pm	Coach Station	1h 10m	10:10pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Coach Station	1h 10m	10:10pm	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Coach Station	1h 31m	1:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Shudehill	1h 10m	9:40pm	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h	5:25am	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Shudehill	1h 10m	9:00am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:40am	Coach Station	1h 25m	9:05am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h	5:25am	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Shudehill	1h 10m	9:00am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:35am	Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN)	2h 20m	12:55pm	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h	5:25am	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Shudehill	1h 10m	9:00am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25am	Coach Station	1h 45m	10:10am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h	5:25am	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Shudehill	1h 10m	9:00am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:55am	Coach Station	1h 25m	8:20am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h	5:25am	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Shudehill	1h 10m	9:00am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on January 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25am	Coach Station	1h 45m	10:10am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h	5:25am	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Shudehill	1h 10m	9:00am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:25am	Coach Station	1h 45m	10:10am	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h	5:25am	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	7:50am	Shudehill	1h 10m	9:00am	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:25am	Coach Station	1h 5m	5:30am	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

58 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $83	Average Duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $117	Average Duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$9 - $14	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Leeds?

Stops in Manchester

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Manchester Airport
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C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Leeds

A
Leeds Coach Station
York Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
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B
Leeds Bradford Airport
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C
20 Central Rd
Vassali House, 20 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE, UK
D
Leeds Bus Stop F5
46 New York St, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DY, UK
E
St Peter's Street
St Peter's St, Leeds, UK
F
Leeds
75 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,833 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Users have expressed satisfaction with the National Express service, highlighting punctuality and professionalism of drivers. Many appreciated the smooth travel experience and timely arrivals. However, some mentioned difficulties in connecting to onboard WiFi and suggested clearer signage at bus bays for easier navigation. Overall, positive feedback was predominant regarding their journeys.

National Express Manchester Leeds recent customer reviews

Second time in a row the coach was delayed by 20 minutes+, seems a regular occurrence

Murrad H.

November 26, 2025

Firstly the bus was on time that I enjoyed, but on finding out third, fourth & fifth hand, we found out the driver had been assaulted by a passenger therefore he called the police. This wasn’t my issue, u understand a crimes had been committed and it was the police to collect as much information for the driver, in regards to the assault. There was no professionalism with the coach drivers, passengers are coming from a long journey, and this is the only mode of transport that does not keep their customer informed/ updated. Finally after over an hour, another driver was called out to replace the assaulted driver, by this time another coach turned up going to Leeds but going via Bradford and many other stops, this was at 10:26 and the driver of that coach said we’d arrive in Leeds at 13:00pm. I’d already been delayed and as you can imagine just wanted to get home. The lack of information to the passengers was a disappointment, and I fully understand procedures need to be followed but keeping the passengers informed would’ve been more respectable from National Express

Millicent P.

July 10, 2025

I arrived the Airport Station very early. I took NX170 departing by 12:05 noon instead of the original booking NX171 leaving by 13:20. The driver was friendly and helpful. One negative comment is that no sign of “National Express” was shown on the bus bays A, B, C.

Kwong-chuk T.

February 6, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,955 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11955 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $11

Flixbus Manchester Leeds recent customer reviews

It was very good

David C.

May 8, 2025

Reliable and on time, clean coach

Paul K.

November 19, 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,299 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi2.6

The service received positive feedback for being smooth, comfortable, and on time. Customers appreciated the friendly driver and onboard heating during cold weather. However, some mentioned a lack of phone charging options despite relying on phones for directions. Late arrivals were also noted but did not pose significant issues overall.

Megabus Manchester Leeds recent customer reviews

Trip was smooth and comfortable. Driver was friendly. On board heating was welcome with the cold weather last night...

Declan B.

November 4, 2023

No information on the screens at the airport to advise of the delay. Due 16.35 and at 17.05 only by asking another megabus driver found out it was delayed by another 1.5 hrs and not due until 18.20pm. I ended up getting a taxi as just wanted to get home after a long day travelling. Train strikes also on that day.

Julie M.

October 6, 2023

The right bus didn t come and we had to wait half an hpur longer. Nobody let us know about bus delayed.

Milan H.

August 11, 2023

GB bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Leeds by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from $10. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Leeds?
The average bus travel time from Manchester to Leeds is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 59 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Leeds route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Manchester to Leeds?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Leeds at 3:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Leeds?
A bus trip from Manchester to Leeds generates an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29818 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leeds?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-05

$8

01-06

$7

Today

$7

01-08

$6

01-09

$6

01-10

$7

01-11

$7

01-12

$6

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Leeds was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Leeds, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $6 to $29 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2026-01-08.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.