Manchester Airport to Leeds train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Leeds

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£20

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

1 h 26 m

Average duration

1 h 31 m

Trains per day

12

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport 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 to Leeds will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.

Fast trains

Of the 12 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Leeds every day 5 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 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 43 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.

  • Transpennine ExpressW85168 · W85249
    8:041h27
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    9:31Leeds station (LDS)
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressC24994
    0:381h30
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    2:08Leeds station (LDS)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressG15885
    2:281h31
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    3:59Leeds station (LDS)
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • Transpennine ExpressC25045 · G15885
    1:502h09
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    3:59Leeds station (LDS)
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressC25044 · C24464
    3:212h29
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    5:50Leeds station (LDS)
    £211One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Manchester Airport to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Leeds 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 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.

Distance: 68 km

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Coach

£18

Average Price

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 25m

Average total duration

1h 55m

Onboard

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Live departures

Manchester Airport to Leeds train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Leeds trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressG15887
On time
4:28 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h44
6:12 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89540+Transpennine ExpressG15876
On time
4:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h47
6:35 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24567
On time
5:40 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h33
7:13 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW84648 · W85238
On time
5:43 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h51
7:34 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89542+Transpennine ExpressW85238
On time
5:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h46
7:34 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85164 · G15866
On time
6:03 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h46
7:49 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15888
On time
6:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h27
8:11 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW85165 · W85242
On time
7:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h27
8:31 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15897
On time
7:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
9:10 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW85168 · W85249
On time
8:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h27
9:31 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89560+Transpennine ExpressG15896
On time
8:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h53
10:10 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89062+Transpennine ExpressG15798+Northern RailL89403
On time
8:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h01
10:30 Leeds station (LDS)
2 changes
Northern RailG86165+Transpennine ExpressW84790
On time
8:32 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h50
10:22 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15896
On time
8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
10:10 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89564+Transpennine ExpressP00051
On time
8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h53
10:41 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85170 · G15861
On time
9:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h46
10:50 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89569 · P24126 · G89116
On time
9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
11:47 Leeds station (LDS)
2 changes
Northern RailG89569+Transpennine ExpressC24590
On time
9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h53
11:10 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85196 · W85294
On time
15:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h30
16:34 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG16020
On time
15:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
17:10 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89543 · L89272
On time
15:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h16
18:04 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85201 · G15948
On time
16:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
17:47 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85201 · W85303
On time
16:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h29
17:33 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24631
On time
16:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h27
18:11 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89550 · L89276
On time
16:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h16
19:04 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85206 · C24924
On time
17:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h45
18:49 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85206 · G16244
On time
17:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h28
18:32 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC24637
On time
17:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
19:10 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW85208 · W85320
On time
18:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h29
19:33 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85208 · G15988
On time
18:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h45
19:49 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG16016
On time
18:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h26
20:10 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Wednesday 15 July
Transpennine ExpressC24994
On time
0:38 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h30
2:08 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC25045 · G15885
On time
1:50 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h09
3:59 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressG15885
On time
2:28 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h31
3:59 Leeds station (LDS)
0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC25044 · C24464
On time
3:21 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h29
5:50 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressC244644:07 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h43
5:50 Leeds station (LDS)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Leeds

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Trains from Manchester Airport to Leeds run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:07, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 26m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
68 km
Average train duration
1h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 26m
First train
3:07
Last train
23:41
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Wed
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport to Leeds trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Leeds from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£12
Transpennine Express frequency
8 a day
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 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
2h 9m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail frequency
3 a day
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

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£32
Northern Trains Limited frequency
2 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
£31
TransPennine Express frequency
24 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport to Leeds train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport to Leeds can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Leeds covers a distance of 68 km and takes approximately 1h 26m. Trains run 10 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport to Leeds is 68 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport to Leeds leaves at 3:07.
The last train from Manchester Airport to Leeds departs at 23:41.
Trains from Manchester Airport to Leeds run approximately 10 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport to Leeds.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport and Leeds. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Airport to Leeds, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport to Leeds.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport to Leeds in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Leeds offers some scenic views, particularly of the Pennines and the surrounding countryside, making it an enjoyable experience for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Leeds is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 26m and covers 68 km. Trains run frequently with 10 trips per day.
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit the Tudor-Jacobean Temple Newsam, which features beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging displays on the history of medicine. For cultural experiences, The Grand Theatre hosts a variety of performances, including opera, ballet, and musicals. For shopping, the Victoria Quarter is renowned for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Noteworthy sights include the Royal Armouries Museum with its vast collection of arms and armor, the Leeds Art Gallery showcasing British art, and Roundhay Park, one of Europe's largest city parks. Kirkstall Abbey and Harewood House provide historical and picturesque settings with impressive art collections and landscaped gardens.
A stay of two to three days is ideal to explore Leeds, allowing time to visit its museums, shop in its historic arcades, and enjoy the local dining scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport to Leeds.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Leeds

Most Manchester Airport 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 and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Leeds
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre

Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express

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.

Burley ParkBurley Park station, Ashville Road, Burley Park, West Yorkshire, LS6 1NA+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre

Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 4m · £0.89 · every ~4 min
Bus19, 19A · 8m · every ~7 min
19, 19A · 11m · every ~7 min

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.

HeadingleyHeadingley station, Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, West Yorkshire, LS5 3LD+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre

Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 7m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus49, 50, 50A · 19m · every ~26 min
875 · 22m · £4

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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