Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Showing times and prices for 02 May

Cheapest price

£9

Average price

£13

Fastest journey

1 h 2 m

Average duration

1 h 16 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Leeds station (LDS) for Manchester Victoria (MCV) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.

  • Northern RailY25646
    5:421h22
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:04Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailY25772
    5:191h33
    Leeds station (LDS)
    6:52Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailY25806
    6:121h19
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:31Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressL36814
    5:451h17
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:02Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £131One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressL36742
    6:151h02
    Leeds station (LDS)
    7:17Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £131One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 8m. 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: 57 km

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1h 51m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for today, Friday 1 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_expressL37249
Delayed
18:05 18:30Leeds station (LDS)
0h48
18:50 18:50Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25645
On time
18:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h19
20:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36878
On time
18:45 Leeds station (LDS)
0h51
19:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36693
On time
19:00 Leeds station (LDS)
0h52
19:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25840
On time
19:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
20:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36793
On time
19:15 Leeds station (LDS)
0h54
20:09 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railG92122
On time
19:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h33
20:50 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL37252
On time
19:30 Leeds station (LDS)
0h49
20:19 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25644
On time
19:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h19
21:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36884
On time
19:45 Leeds station (LDS)
0h51
20:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36699
On time
20:00 Leeds station (LDS)
0h52
20:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railG90691
On time
20:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
21:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC43786
On time
20:15 Leeds station (LDS)
0h54
21:09 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railG92813
On time
20:18 Leeds station (LDS)
1h34
21:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL37255
On time
20:30 Leeds station (LDS)
0h51
21:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25843
On time
20:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h22
22:04 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36890
On time
20:45 Leeds station (LDS)
0h52
21:37 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL37258
On time
21:10 Leeds station (LDS)
1h09
22:19 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railY25842
On time
21:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
22:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railG92128
On time
21:17 Leeds station (LDS)
1h34
22:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railG90717
On time
21:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h20
23:02 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36804
On time
21:45 Leeds station (LDS)
0h57
22:42 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railG90700
On time
22:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
23:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL37262
On time
22:30 Leeds station (LDS)
0h52
23:22 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
northern_railG90724
On time
22:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h24
0:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL36903
On time
23:49 Leeds station (LDS)
1h08
0:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV)
0 changesdirect
Saturday 2 May
northern_railY257725:19 Leeds station (LDS)
1h33
6:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressN261715:28 Leeds station (LDS)
1h20
6:48 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY256465:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1h22
7:04 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL368145:45 Leeds station (LDS)
1h17
7:02 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
northern_railY258066:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1h19
7:31 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressL367426:15 Leeds station (LDS)
1h02
7:17 Manchester Victoria (MCV)0 changesdirect

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

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Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 33 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
57 km
Average train duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
33
Direct trains
33
Fastest train
51m
First train
5:12
Last train
22:42
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds station (LDS) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£3
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
51m
Cheapest Price
£11
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
£10
Northern Trains Limited frequency
11 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
14 a day

FAQs: Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) covers a distance of 57 km and takes approximately 51m. Trains run 33 per day.
The train distance from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is 57 km.
The first train from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) leaves at 5:12.
The last train from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) departs at 22:42.
Trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run approximately 33 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
Yes, there is a direct train between Leeds station (LDS) and Manchester Victoria (MCV). The service operates 33 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
The cheapest way to get from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by train, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Leeds to Manchester Victoria offers a mix of urban and rural scenery, with views of the Pennines and picturesque countryside, making it a pleasant and visually appealing route.
Yes, a day trip from Leeds to Manchester Victoria is feasible. The journey takes 51m and covers a distance of 57 km. Trains run with a frequency of 34 per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

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Important Stations and Airports in Leeds station (LDS) and Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Leeds
Manchester
The major train station for departures in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to Manchester.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • Bagel Factory
  • Caffè Nero
  • KFC
  • Leon
  • McDonald's
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Pret a Manger
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • Delice de France
Taxis
Taxis
  • 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.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
WC
WC
  • 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
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
  • The Queens Hotel
  • Leeds Marriott Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
  • Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Public transport options for Leeds
  • Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express

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