How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Leeds?

The average train journey time from Manchester to Leeds is 1h 13m, covering a distance of 36 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 44m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Manchester to Leeds route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 37 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express , Northern .

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

The earliest train from Manchester to Leeds departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Which is the best train operator from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leeds?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Manchester to Leeds from £5

Next train departures

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 20m	16:41	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Manchester Victoria	46m	15:46	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	08:42	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:36	Manchester Victoria	1h 29m	09:05	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Manchester Victoria	46m	15:46	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	08:42	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:36	Manchester Victoria	1h 29m	09:05	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Manchester Victoria	46m	15:46	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	08:42	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:29	Manchester Victoria	1h 17m	09:46	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	08:49	Manchester Victoria	1h	09:49	Leeds	Fastest
Train	08:05	Manchester Victoria	1h 7m	09:12	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:52	Manchester Victoria	1h 23m	10:15	Leeds	No tags
Train	08:05	Manchester Victoria	1h 7m	09:12	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 20m	16:41	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Manchester Victoria	46m	15:46	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	08:42	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 20m	16:41	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Manchester Victoria	46m	15:46	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	08:42	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 20m	16:41	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Manchester Victoria	46m	15:46	Leeds	Fastest
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:21	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	08:42	Leeds	No tags
Train	07:00	Manchester Victoria	49m	07:49	Leeds	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 1 hour and with fares starting at just £4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£5 - £48	Average duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £63	Average duration1h 13m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£4 - £8	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Leeds by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Manchester to Leeds?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Leeds?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Leeds is 1h 13m, covering a distance of 36 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 44m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Leeds route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 37 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Leeds?
The earliest train from Manchester to Leeds departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 23:59.
Which is the best train operator from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leeds?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/11

£11

25/11

£15

Today

£16

27/11

£12

28/11

£9

29/11

£9

30/11

£11

01/12

£11

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Leeds was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £9

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

You can expect to pay from £9 to £59 for a train ticket from Manchester to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Transpennine 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.