How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from TRY 290. The average price for this train route is around TRY 1,171. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Leeds?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Leeds is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 38 miles (62 km). The quickest train can get you there in 47m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Leeds route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express , Northern .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Leeds?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Leeds at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:56pm.

What 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 27 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 TRY 256

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:36pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 28m	5:04pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	48m	3:48pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	48m	3:48pm	Leeds	No tags
Train	3:21pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 20m	4:41pm	Leeds	No tags
Train	3:15pm	Manchester Victoria	55m	4:10pm	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on May 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:45am	Manchester Victoria	1h 4m	8:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:29am	Manchester Victoria	1h 11m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:54am	Manchester Victoria	1h 28m	9:22am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:29am	Manchester Victoria	1h 11m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on May 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:53am	Manchester Victoria	1h 24m	10:17am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	8:32am	Manchester Victoria	1h 6m	9:38am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	8:05am	Manchester Victoria	1h 7m	9:12am	Leeds	No tags
Train	8:29am	Manchester Victoria	1h 17m	9:46am	Leeds	No tags
Train	8:05am	Manchester Victoria	1h 7m	9:12am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on May 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:21pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 20m	4:41pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:44am	Manchester Victoria	1h 5m	8:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on May 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:25pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 16m	4:41pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:44am	Manchester Victoria	1h 5m	8:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on May 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:21pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 20m	4:41pm	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:44am	Manchester Victoria	1h 5m	8:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on May 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:56am	Manchester Victoria	1h 26m	9:22am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:44am	Manchester Victoria	1h 5m	8:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on May 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:56am	Manchester Victoria	1h 26m	9:22am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	7:44am	Manchester Victoria	1h 5m	8:49am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:30am	Manchester Victoria	1h 10m	8:40am	Leeds	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:29 AM BST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Leeds

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 279, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

94bus per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

38 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 279 - TRY 2,914	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 290 - TRY 3,957	Average Duration1h 21m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.6/523 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi5.0

Northern

4.0/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi3.4

GB train companies:RegioJet, CrossCountry, FlixTrain, Great Western Railway, Northern, ScotRail, Transpennine Express

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Leeds by train

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 train ticket from Manchester to Leeds?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from TRY 290. The average price for this train route is around TRY 1,171. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Leeds?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Leeds is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 38 miles (62 km). The quickest train can get you there in 47m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Leeds route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Leeds?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Leeds at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:56pm.
What 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 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leeds?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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

04/29

TRY 1,717

04/30

TRY 1,719

Today

TRY 856

05/02

TRY 716

05/03

TRY 629

05/04

TRY 629

05/05

TRY 804

05/06

TRY 542

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Leeds was searched and found on May 6, 2026 with a price of TRY 542

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 TRY 542 to TRY 3,755 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 TRY 542 which is on 2026-05-06.

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.