4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Manchester
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Manchester will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 22 buses that leave Leeds for Manchester every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 57 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Manchester bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Manchester coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 06:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h00 | 07:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
 NX171 | Delayed 06:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h40 | 13:45 13:45Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 11:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:00 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 14:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 15:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 17:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:25 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h15 | 17:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | On time 16:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 17:55 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 17:45 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h40 | 19:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:50 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 20:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | On time 19:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 20:40 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:10 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 21:20 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | On time 20:20 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 21:30 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 20:30 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h40 | 22:10 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | On time 22:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h10 | 23:25 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | On time 23:15 Leeds, Coach Station | 1h35 | 00:50 Manchester, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Manchester
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Buses from Leeds to Manchester run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:51. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:51 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Leeds to ManchesterYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Manchester with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Leeds to Manchester
All bus services from Leeds to Manchester are provided by National Express. The first bus of the day leaves at just after 06:30 a.m.. The buses do not leave at regular intervals, but may leave at 5 or 15 minutes past the hour, or on the hour. The last service leaves at around 02:15 a.m.. All services run direct with no changes. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic, but usually last between 1-2 hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Leeds to Manchester?
Departure Station: Buses to Manchester depart from Leeds coach station, on Boar street. The station is located about one minute away from the train station, and is close to the main shopping area and local bus stops.
Arrival Station: Buses from Leeds arrive at Manchester's coach station on Sackville street. The station is around a three minute walk from the city's main train station, Manchester Piccadilly, and is easily accessible from the city centre.
FAQs: Leeds to Manchester coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Manchester by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) and Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your journey in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Manchester
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, 737
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Ticket Office
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
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- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
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ShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
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