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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Manchester Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 68 km
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2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L36629 · L36722 | On time 08:00 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h44 | 09:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| L36939+Y25253 | On time 08:06 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h30 | 09:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| L37219 · L36941+L10911 | On time 08:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h30 | 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2 changes | |
| Y25408 · Y25311 | On time 08:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 2h18 | 11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| L36820 | On time 08:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h23 | 10:08 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L37147 · L36723 | On time 09:05 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h39 | 10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs TransPennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TransPennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare TransPennine Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 17:42. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 17:42 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Manchester Airport from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Airport by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Leeds station (LDS) and Manchester Airport
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
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