What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA). However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Leeds Bradford Airport via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA). However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Apperley Bridge via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

The distance between Manchester and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is 52 miles. The road distance is 44.4 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) without a car is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) bus from?

Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) train from?

Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) bus arrive?

Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) train arrive?

Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA).

Where can I stay near Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

There are 2892+ hotels available in Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA).

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk073 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Leeds Bradford Airportbus A1
2h 9m
Drive 44.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)car 44.2 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford Interchangetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange to Leeds Bradford Airportbus A2
2h 20m
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Leeds Bradford-LBArideshare 44.2 mi
1h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)taxi 44.2 mi
1h 1m
£100–130
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Leeds Bradford Airportbus A1
2h 9m
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
2h 42m
£19–39

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Distance: 51.4 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), England?

You can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds Bradford Airport via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Northern Trains Limited also services this route every 30 minutes.

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