Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
1 h 38 m
Buses on 15 Sept
4
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 4 buses from Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 1 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.








Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 57 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Leeds Bradford International Airport take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 32m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.58. The journey takes 1h 32m versus 1h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:00 Manchester | 2h18 | 21:18 Leeds Bradford International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:30 Manchester | 1h10 | 21:40 Leeds Bradford International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
![]() | 6:00 Manchester | 3h01 | 9:01 Leeds Bradford International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:20 Manchester | 1h10 | 11:30 Leeds Bradford International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport 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 Leeds Bradford International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Leeds Bradford International Airport buses use the Manchester, Coach Station to Leeds, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Leeds Bradford International Airport bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Manchester, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Coach Station.
Available at Manchester, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Coach Station: Ramps, assistance.
Manchester, Shudehill Interchange has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
Available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange: Elevators, ramps.
Manchester, Airport is 2 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Burger King (in the station), Giraffe (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering multiple currency options.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester, Airport.
Available at Manchester, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester, Airport: Elevators, ramps, assistance.
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