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Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
Cheapest price on 02 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 02 Oct
£22
Fastest journey on 02 Oct
1 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 02 Oct
1 h 54 m
Trains on 02 Oct
50
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
G89579 · G89143
C24372 · G16001
W85210 · G15949
W85188 · G16023
W85165 · G15897
TP253600 · G16317
TP253700 · C24538
TP254300 · G16307
TP253500 · G16319
TP253800 · C24869The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds trains for today, Thursday 1 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P00051+ G86165 | Delayed 8:30 8:32Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h05 | 10:37 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15861+ G89564 | Delayed 8:44 8:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 10:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15861+ L89250 · G89564 | Delayed 8:44 8:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 10:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
G15862+ G89573 | Delayed 9:44 9:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h00 | 11:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W85177 · C24597 | On time 10:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 12:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C24904+ G89581 | Delayed 10:38 10:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 12:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W85179 · G16000 | On time 11:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h09 | 13:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C24909+ G89589 | Delayed 11:44 11:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h00 | 13:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W85182 · C24608 | 12:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 14:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15955+ G89597 | 12:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h00 | 14:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W85188 · G16023 | On time 13:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 15:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15868+ G38415 | Delayed 13:23 13:25Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h14 | 15:39 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15953+ G89607 | 13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h03 | 15:51 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W85191 · C24619 | On time 14:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h07 | 16:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C24526+ G38417 | 14:25 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h16 | 16:41 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15950+ G89617 | On time 14:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h00 | 16:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W85196 · G16020 | On time 15:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 17:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15948+ G89543 | Delayed 15:46 15:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h59 | 17:47 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15948+ L89272 · G89543 | Delayed 15:46 15:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h59 | 17:47 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
W85201 · C24631 | On time 16:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 18:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C24924+ L89276 · G89550 | 16:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 18:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
C24924+ G89550 | 16:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 18:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W85206 · C24637 | On time 17:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h07 | 19:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15988+ G89558 | Delayed 17:43 17:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 19:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G15988+ G89558 · L89279 | Delayed 17:43 17:48Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 19:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
W85208 · G16016 | On time 18:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 20:12 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C24929+ G89566 | 18:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 20:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
C24929+ G89566 · L89282 | 18:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 20:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
| Friday 2 October | |||||
W84648+ G66982 | 5:43 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h19 | 8:02 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W84648+ G89724 | 5:43 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h31 | 8:14 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G89542 · L89237+ G15866 | 5:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h00 | 7:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
W85164 · G15888 | 6:03 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 8:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G89545 · P24114 · G89109 | 6:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h25 | 8:42 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
G86149+ G16356 | 6:32 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 8:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G89548 · L89242+ C24892 | 6:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h01 | 8:49 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
W85165 · G15897 | 7:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h09 | 9:13 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G89552 · P24118 · G89110 | 7:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h30 | 9:47 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
G86159+ G15879 | 7:32 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h08 | 9:40 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G89556+ C24895 | 7:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h00 | 9:48 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
W85168 · G15896 | 8:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h06 | 10:10 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G86165+ P00051 | 8:32 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h05 | 10:37 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G89564+ G15861 | 8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 10:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
G89564 · L89250+ G15861 | 8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h02 | 10:50 Leeds station (LDS) | 2 changes | |
W85170 · C24590 | 9:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h07 | 11:11 Leeds station (LDS) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. 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 03:28, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 57m.
Distance 68 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 3:28 |
Last train 22:41 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Leeds — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leeds trip today.
Leeds’s principal art gallery shows British art, sculpture and changing exhibitions in an elegant central building.
A major city museum with natural history, archaeology and local history displays suitable for all ages.
A large industrial museum in a former mill, covering textiles, engineering and Leeds’s manufacturing heritage.
A grand pedestrianised square framed by major buildings, often hosting events, markets and seasonal installations.
A lively regenerated waterfront with canalside walks, converted warehouses, public art and independent venues.
A handsome Victorian shopping arcade with mosaics and period detail, ideal for architecture and boutique browsing.
A Leeds speciality of white fish baked in cream and topped with mashed potato. It is tied to Victorian cookery in the city and wider West Yorkshire.
Classic Yorkshire pudding served as a savoury starter with onion gravy. It is a defining county dish commonly eaten in Leeds pubs and Sunday roasts.
Slow-cooked beef stew with root vegetables and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A hearty northern pub dish long associated with Yorkshire cooking.
Popular Indian restaurant serving classic curries and tandoori dishes in a smart, welcoming room. Well suited to Leeds' strong South Asian food scene.
Refined British tasting menus in an intimate, modern dining room. A strong choice for seasonal Yorkshire produce and a special-occasion meal.
Lively city-centre restaurant known for dry-aged steaks, burgers and cocktails. Stylish but relaxed, suited to a polished casual dinner.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while public transport and everyday tourist costs stay fairly manageable.
Service is sometimes included. If not, tip 10-12.5% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Leeds Bradford Airport -> Leeds Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds trains use the Manchester Victoria to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
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 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.
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
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.
Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Headingley.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Headingley: Parking.
Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.
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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