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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Leeds Station is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Leeds Station is to train which takes 47 min and costs £15 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Leeds Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Southbank E. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Leeds Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Leeds. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Leeds Station?

The distance between Manchester and Leeds Station is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds Station without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £15 - £30.

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

The train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

Manchester to Leeds Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Leeds Station?

The best way to get from Manchester to Leeds Station is to train which takes 47 min and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £19 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds Station bus arrive?

Manchester to Leeds Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Southbank E station.

Where does the Manchester to Leeds Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Leeds Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Leeds Station is 42 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Manchester to Leeds Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Leeds Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds Station?

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Where can I stay near Leeds Station?

There are 2588+ hotels available in Leeds Station.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Leeds Station?

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

Manchester to Leeds Station - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Leeds Station by train, bus, car, taxi, tram, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Leedstrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
47 min
£15–30
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Leedsrideshare 42 mi
1h 15m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Southbank Ebus 170
1h 14m
£7–19
Drive 41.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Leeds Stationcar 41.8 mi
50 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Leeds Stationtaxi 41.8 mi
50 min
£150–190
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 / ...
2h 25m
£20–35

Manchester to Leeds Station by train

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Leeds every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 47 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Southbank E hourly. Tickets cost £7–19 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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