Trains from Leeds to Manchester

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TodayApr 24
from US$16
TomorrowApr 25
from US$14
FriApr 26
from US$14
SatApr 27
from US$10
SunApr 28
from US$11
MonApr 29
from US$9
TueApr 30
from US$9
WedMay 1

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$16
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$18
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$40
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$40
  • Departure time: April 24 at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: April 24 at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$26
Train Leeds to Manchester: Trip Overview

Train Leeds to Manchester: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$24
Average train trip duration1h 17m
Number of daily trains16
Earliest train departure7:00 AM
Distance57 km
Latest train departure11:50 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

Leeds to Manchester Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains16
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:00AM - 11:50PM
Minimum PriceUS$9
Average Ticket PriceUS$24
Minimum Trip Duration49m
Average Train Trip Duration1h17m
Distance57 km
Train Companies on This RouteNorthern, Transpennine Express
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Leeds - Manchester

The average train ticket price from Leeds to Manchester is US$24. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Leeds to Manchester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Leeds and Manchester is around 1h 17m, although the fastest train will take about 49m. This is the time it takes to travel the 58 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Leeds to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Leeds to Manchester by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Leeds to Manchester, you can travel comfortably and safely with Northern, Transpennine Express.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04-22
US$6
04-23
US$5
Today
No data
04-25
US$23
04-26
US$23
04-27
No data
04-28
US$12
04-29
No data
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Manchester was searched and found on Apr 23, 2024 with a price of US$5

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

You can expect to pay from US$5 to US$28 for a train ticket from Leeds to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12 which is on 2024-04-28.

Usually RDG_NORTHERN_RAIL 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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Leeds to Manchester is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Manchester, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Leeds and Manchester, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Leeds to Manchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Manchester to Leeds

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