Manchester to Leeds by train + bus
This route from Manchester to Leeds is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 3h 10m in total, run by TransPennine Express, Airport shuttle bus. A quicker option we found is bus, at 1h 10m.
A closer look at the Train journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €26
- Total journey
- 3h 10m
- Change
- 2 transfers
- Operator
- TransPennine Express, Airport shuttle bus
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The journey, step by step
- 1Manchester to BramleyTransPennine Express1h 12m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Bramley - 2Bramley to Leeds Bradford AirportAirport shuttle bus35m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Leeds Bradford Airport - 3Leeds Bradford Airport to LeedsAirport shuttle bus35m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Manchester to Leeds
Northern Rail runs about 86 services a day on this route. We do not hold its published timetable, so no departure times are shown.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 86 | — | — |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Train facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Train operators
- Northern Rail
- Timetable
- About 86 train services a day with Northern Rail. The published times are not in our records.
- Good to know
- The Train covers Manchester to Bramley. The rest of the journey is by bus.
Before you travel
Which station?
The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.
Plan the change
The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €4Omio catalogue, Oct 13 | 1h 10mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€4Omio catalogue, Oct 131h 10m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 13
Train: cheapest fare by day, Manchester to Leeds
The lowest fare Omio listed for each day, connections included. Pick a day to see its trips and book.
Fares checked on Tue, Oct 13.
Manchester to Leeds by train: common questions
How long does Manchester to Leeds take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 3h 10m, 2 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Leeds?
The best price in our latest check was €26. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Manchester to Leeds?
TransPennine Express, Airport shuttle bus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 1h 10m. It is cheaper too, at €5.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Manchester Leeds train
- Manchester to Leeds by train
- train ticket Manchester to Leeds
- how long is the train from Manchester to Leeds