Trains tickets from Leeds to Manchester

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Today25 Apr
from US$14
Tomorrow26 Apr
from US$11
Sun27 Apr
from US$12
Mon28 Apr
from US$14
Tue29 Apr
from US$12
Wed30 Apr
from US$12
Thu1 May
from US$12
Fri2 May
from US$11

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: NorthernNorthern
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 April at
    Departure city: Leeds
    Departure location: Leeds
    Arrival time: 26 April at
    Destination city: Manchester
    Destination location: Manchester Victoria
    Operated by: Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Leeds to Manchester: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$31
Average train trip duration1h 18m
Number of daily trains39
Earliest train departure07:00
Distance43 miles
Latest train departure23:50

Leeds to Manchester Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Leeds - Manchester

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

    The average train ticket price from Leeds to Manchester is US$31. 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Leeds to Manchester?

    A train trip between Leeds and Manchester is around 1h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 49m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Leeds and Manchester?

    The number of trains from Leeds to Manchester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 39. 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.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
23/04
US$29
24/04
US$52
Today
US$14
26/04
US$11
27/04
US$12
28/04
US$14
29/04
US$12
30/04
US$12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Leeds to Manchester was searched and found on 26 Apr 2025 with a price of US$11

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$11 to US$79 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$11, which is on 2025-04-26.

Usually RDG_FIRST_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.

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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