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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 13m and costs £100 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Great Danes Hotel via London Victoria and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Hollingbourne via London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Manchester to Leeds?

The distance between Manchester and Leeds is 257 miles. The road distance is 233.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 13m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Manchester to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leeds bus from?

Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Leeds train from?

Manchester to Leeds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Leeds?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 13m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £220 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds bus arrive?

Manchester to Leeds bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds train arrive?

Manchester to Leeds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Leeds is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Manchester to Leeds.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 1118+ hotels available in Leeds.

Manchester to Leeds - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Manchester to Leeds by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 13m
£104–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Streetbus 814
8h 14m
£32–48
Drive 232 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Leedscar 232 mi
4h 30m
£58–83
Fly Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Headcorntrain
5h 57m
£94–328
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Headcorntrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 15m
£86–142
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Streetbus 814
9h 29m
£42–68
Fly Manchester Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
7h 43m
£243–437
Fly Manchester Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
7h 58m
£77–220
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
8h 39m
£88–205

Manchester to Leeds by bus

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8h 14mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Leeds.

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Distance: 255.2 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leeds via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Ashford International, and Hollingbourne in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Great Danes Hotel via London Victoria and King Street in around 8h 14m.

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