How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Leeds?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $28. 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 14m, covering a distance of 36 miles (58 km). The quickest train can get you there in 44m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Leeds route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 38 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 11:59pm.

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 26 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 traveller 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 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 $6

Next train departures

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on December 8
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	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	3:46pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	3:46pm	Leeds	No tags
Train	3:36pm	Manchester Victoria	1h 28m	5:04pm	Leeds	No tags
Train	3:15pm	Manchester Victoria	55m	4:10pm	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on December 9
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	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	3:46pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on December 10
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	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	3:46pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on December 11
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	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	3:46pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:36am	Manchester Victoria	1h 29m	9:05am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	3:46pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:36am	Manchester Victoria	1h 29m	9:05am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	46m	3:46pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:29am	Manchester Victoria	1h 17m	9:46am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	8:25am	Manchester Victoria	47m	9:12am	Leeds	Fastest
Train	8:25am	Manchester Victoria	47m	9:12am	Leeds	No tags
Train	8:54am	Manchester Victoria	1h 23m	10:17am	Leeds	No tags
Train	8:49am	Manchester Victoria	1h 2m	9:51am	Leeds	No tags

Next departures for Manchester to Leeds on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:36am	Manchester Victoria	1h 27m	9:03am	Leeds	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Manchester Victoria	48m	3:48pm	Leeds	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:21am	Manchester Victoria	1h 21m	8:42am	Leeds	No tags
Train	7:00am	Manchester Victoria	49m	7:49am	Leeds	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 the good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

50mAverage Duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$6 - $59	Average Duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $82	Average Duration1h 14m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$5 - $10	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

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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 $7. The average price for this train route is around $28. 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 14m, covering a distance of 36 miles (58 km). The quickest train can get you there in 44m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Leeds route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 38 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 11:59pm.
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 26 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 traveller 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 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

12/06

$16

12/07

$22

Today

$16

12/09

$19

12/10

$16

12/11

$14

12/12

$11

12/13

$12

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Leeds was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $78 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 $11 which is on 2025-12-12.

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.