The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds 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 to Manchester Airport will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 36 trains that leave Leeds for Manchester Airport every day 9 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 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
C24407 · W8490813:001h44Leeds station (LDS)14:44Manchester Airport (MIA)£151One-way1 change
G89084 · G898368:422h18Leeds station (LDS)11:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£151One-way1 change
G89075 · G8982315:422h18Leeds station (LDS)18:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£151One-way1 change
G89102 · G8986713:422h18Leeds station (LDS)16:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£151One-way1 change
G89092 · G8985010:422h18Leeds station (LDS)13:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£151One-way1 change
G158948:451h23Leeds station (LDS)10:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£231One-way0 changes
G158939:451h23Leeds station (LDS)11:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£221One-way0 changes
C0315810:451h23Leeds station (LDS)12:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£231One-way0 changes
C2458711:451h23Leeds station (LDS)13:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£211One-way0 changes
C2459312:451h23Leeds station (LDS)14:08Manchester Airport (MIA)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leeds to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leeds 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 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 68 km
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2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Manchester Airport trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C24815 | On time 8:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h40 | 10:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15951 | On time 9:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h32 | 11:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C01251 | On time 10:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h36 | 12:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C03163 | On time 11:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h35 | 13:20 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16080+ G89888 | On time 12:19 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h57 | 14:16 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G15892 | On time 12:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h36 | 14:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16085+ G89872 | On time 13:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h59 | 15:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G16002 | On time 13:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h36 | 15:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16090+ G89890 | On time 14:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h59 | 16:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
C24604 | On time 14:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h36 | 16:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16021 | On time 15:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h36 | 17:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16100+ G89874 | On time 16:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h59 | 18:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G16010 | On time 16:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h36 | 18:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16106+ G89896 | On time 17:15 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h59 | 19:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G16005 | On time 17:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h36 | 19:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
C24628 | On time 18:45 Leeds station (LDS) | 1h36 | 20:21 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Manchester Airport
Trains from Leeds to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 21:17 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express from Leeds to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Manchester Airport from £4. 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 to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Manchester Airport
Most Leeds to Manchester Airport trains use the Leeds to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley train station facilities and services
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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