What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds is to line 111 bus and bus which costs £9 - £22 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Leeds via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Leeds?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Leeds is 44 miles. The road distance is 44.7 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Leeds without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £16 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Leeds bus from?

Greater Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Horton Road station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Leeds train from?

Greater Manchester to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Leeds?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £16 - £28. Alternatively, you can line 111 bus and bus, which costs £9 - £22 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Leeds bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Charlotte Street station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Leeds train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Leeds train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Leeds is 45 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Leeds.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2568+ hotels available in Leeds.

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Leeds by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leedstrain Manchester Airport - Leeds / ...
1h 54m
£17–28
Line 111 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Horton Road to Charlotte Streetbus 111
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2h 1m
£10–22
Drive 44.5 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Leedscar 44.5 mi
58 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Leedstaxi 44.5 mi
58 min
£80–100
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Rochdale Railway Stationtram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
3h 1m
£21–37

Greater Manchester to Leeds by bus and train

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1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Leeds, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Charlotte Street and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 1m.

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