Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Manchester
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The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Manchester will cost around £ 16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only £ 7.
Train schedule Leeds to Manchester
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Fastest train times from Leeds to Manchester
Fastest Journey
1 h
Average
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
57 km
Of the 6 trains that leave Leeds for Manchester every day 4 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 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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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Overview: Train from Leeds to Manchester
 | Distance | 35 miles (57 km) |
 | Average train duration | 1 h 1 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £7 (€8) |
 | Train frequency | 50 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 50 direct trains a day |
 | Train companies | Northern Rail or First Transpennine Express |
Trains from Leeds to Manchester cover the 35 miles (57 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 1 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail or First Transpennine Express. Normally, there are 50 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £5, but the average price of train tickets is £7.
Trains from Leeds to Manchester
Trains from Leeds to Manchester start at 2:20 am. The last train to Manchester from Leeds leaves at 11:35 pm. During most of the day, there are 4 trains an hour. The journey takes approximately 1 hour. All the trains on this route are operated by First Transpennine Express.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Leeds to Manchester?
Departure Station: Trains for Manchester depart from Leeds Railway Station. This is situated on New Station Street. The station is 0.2 miles from Trinity Shopping Centre, a 5-minute walk, which is in the city centre of Leeds.
Arrival Station: All trains from Leeds terminate at Manchester Piccadilly Station. This is located next to the City Centre on Piccadilly Street. It is a 10-minute walk from Manchester's famous Arndale Shopping Centre, or one stop on the tram from Piccadilly Gardens or Victoria Station - if you are carrying luggage. For art lovers, the station is situated a 15-minute walk from Manchester's Art Gallery.
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