The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
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
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.
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.
Y256465:421h22Leeds station (LDS)7:04Manchester Victoria (MCV)£91One-way0 changes
Y257725:191h33Leeds station (LDS)6:52Manchester Victoria (MCV)£91One-way0 changes
Y258066:121h19Leeds station (LDS)7:31Manchester Victoria (MCV)£101One-way0 changes
L368145:451h17Leeds station (LDS)7:02Manchester Victoria (MCV)£131One-way0 changes
L367426:151h02Leeds station (LDS)7:17Manchester Victoria (MCV)£131One-way0 changes
L367426:151h02Leeds station (LDS)7:17Manchester Victoria (MCV)£131One-way0 changes
L368145:451h17Leeds station (LDS)7:02Manchester Victoria (MCV)£131One-way0 changes
Y258066:121h19Leeds station (LDS)7:31Manchester Victoria (MCV)£101One-way0 changes
N261715:281h20Leeds station (LDS)6:48Manchester Victoria (MCV)£201One-way0 changes
Y256465:421h22Leeds station (LDS)7:04Manchester Victoria (MCV)£91One-way0 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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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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L37249 | Delayed 18:05 18:30Leeds station (LDS) | 0h48 | 18:50 18:50Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25645 | On time 18:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h19 | 20:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36878 | On time 18:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h51 | 19:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36693 | On time 19:00 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h52 | 19:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25840 | On time 19:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h17 | 20:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36793 | On time 19:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h54 | 20:09 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G92122 | On time 19:17 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h33 | 20:50 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L37252 | On time 19:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h49 | 20:19 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25644 | On time 19:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h19 | 21:01 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36884 | On time 19:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h51 | 20:36 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36699 | On time 20:00 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h52 | 20:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G90691 | On time 20:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h17 | 21:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
C43786 | On time 20:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h54 | 21:09 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G92813 | On time 20:18 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h34 | 21:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L37255 | On time 20:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h51 | 21:21 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25843 | On time 20:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h22 | 22:04 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36890 | On time 20:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h52 | 21:37 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L37258 | On time 21:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h09 | 22:19 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25842 | On time 21:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h17 | 22:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G92128 | On time 21:17 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h34 | 22:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G90717 | On time 21:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h20 | 23:02 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36804 | On time 21:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h57 | 22:42 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G90700 | On time 22:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h17 | 23:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L37262 | On time 22:30 Leeds station (LDS) | 0h52 | 23:22 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
G90724 | On time 22:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h24 | 0:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36903 | On time 23:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h08 | 0:57 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 2 May | |||||
Y25772 | 5:19 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h33 | 6:52 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
N26171 | 5:28 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h20 | 6:48 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25646 | 5:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h22 | 7:04 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36814 | 5:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h17 | 7:02 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
Y25806 | 6:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h19 | 7:31 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
L36742 | 6:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h02 | 7:17 Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)
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.
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 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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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.
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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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Leeds station (LDS) and Manchester Victoria (MCV)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
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