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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Greater Manchester is to bus and line 111 bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Horton Road via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Leeds to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Leeds and Greater Manchester is 44 miles. The road distance is 44.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Leeds to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

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

Leeds to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Leeds to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Leeds to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Leeds to Greater Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Leeds to Greater Manchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Greater Manchester?

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

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3584+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Leeds to Greater Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 111 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 10m
£15–22
Bus, line 111 bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Horton Roadbus 111
1h 51m
£7–9
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Horton Roadbus 111
1h 47m
£9–13
Drive 44.7 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Greater Manchestercar 44.7 mi
58 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds to Greater Manchestertaxi 44.7 mi
58 min
£190–240

Leeds to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Leeds to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Horton Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Charlotte Street in around 1h 47m.

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