How to get from Leeds to Manchester
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Leeds to Manchester. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 69 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
69 km
Leeds to Manchester: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Leeds → Manchesterbus
FlixBus·2h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
Search my dateDepartures from Leeds to Manchester
FlixBus runs 6 scheduled departures a day, the first at 01:05 and the last at 05:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 6 | 01:05 | 05:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Leeds to Manchester works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Leeds to Manchester, about 2h. In total it's roughly €12 over 2h, direct, no transfers.
Leeds to Manchester: common questions
How long does it take to get from Leeds to Manchester?
The most useful route takes about 2h by bus, with no transfer.
How far is Manchester from Leeds?
About 69 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Leeds to Manchester cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €12. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Leeds to Manchester?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Leeds to Manchester without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 48m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Leeds to Manchester?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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