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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS)

Showing times and prices for 23 Aug

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

2 h

Average duration

2 h 2 m

Trains per day

46

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 station (LDS) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

To travel from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) you need to make at least one change.

  • Transpennine ExpressC24371 · N55707 · TP060700
    19:072h43
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    21:50Leeds station (LDS)
    £141One-way
    2 changes
  • Northern RailG86117 · G89139
    17:592h38
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    20:37Leeds station (LDS)
    £171One-way
    1 change
  • Transpennine ExpressN55714 · TP060300
    21:362h14
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    23:50Leeds station (LDS)
    £181One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailC32418 · G89115
    8:022h38
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    10:40Leeds station (LDS)
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89598 · C31737
    19:452h31
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    22:16Leeds station (LDS)
    £201One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £9.

Distance: 68 km

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Average total duration

1h 42m

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Live departures

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for today, Saturday 22 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89552 · G89111
On time
7:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
9:47 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89552 · P24118 · G89111
On time
7:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
9:47 Leeds station (LDS)
2 changes
Transpennine ExpressN55923 · TP044400
On time
7:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
9:50 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55923+Northern RailG89111
On time
7:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h03
9:47 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89556 · L89247
On time
7:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h17
10:05 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89556 · G89200
On time
7:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h25
10:13 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85167+Northern RailG89200
On time
8:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h09
10:13 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89560 · G891148:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
10:47 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55922+Northern RailG89114
On time
8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h03
10:47 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55922 · TP044200
On time
8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
10:50 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89564 · L89250
On time
8:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h16
11:04 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85169+Northern RailG89204
On time
9:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h12
11:16 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89569 · G89116
On time
9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
11:47 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 · P24126 · G89116
On time
9:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
11:47 Leeds station (LDS)
2 changes
Transpennine ExpressN55921+Northern RailG89116
On time
9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h03
11:47 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55921 · TP044000
On time
9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
11:50 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89573 · L89253
On time
9:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h16
12:04 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85176+Northern RailG89210
On time
10:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h08
12:12 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89577 · G89118
On time
10:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
12:47 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55920+Northern RailG89118
On time
10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h03
12:47 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55920 · TP043800
On time
10:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
12:50 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89581 · G89215
On time
10:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h34
13:22 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89581 · L89256
On time
10:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h16
13:04 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85181+Northern RailG89215
On time
11:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h18
13:22 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89585 · G89120
On time
11:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h29
13:46 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55919 · TP04360011:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
13:50 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55919+Northern RailG8912011:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h02
13:46 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89589 · L89259
On time
11:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h17
14:05 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85183+Northern RailG89219
On time
12:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h20
14:24 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89593 · G8912212:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
14:47 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89593 · P24138 · G8912212:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
14:47 Leeds station (LDS)2 changes
Transpennine ExpressN55918+Northern RailG8912212:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h03
14:47 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55918 · TP04340012:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
14:50 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89597 · L8926212:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h16
15:04 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89597 · C32626 · G89223
On time
12:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
15:18 Leeds station (LDS)
2 changes
Transpennine ExpressW85190+Northern RailG89223
On time
13:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h14
15:18 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89602 · G8912413:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h30
15:47 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55917+Northern RailG8912413:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h03
15:47 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55917 · TP04320013:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
15:50 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89607 · L89266
On time
13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h19
16:07 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressW85193+Northern RailG89228
On time
14:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h16
16:20 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89546 · G8913416:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h25
18:42 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55914 · TP04260016:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
18:50 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55914+Northern RailG8913416:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h58
18:42 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89550 · L89276
On time
16:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h17
19:05 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Northern RailG89579 · G89144
On time
20:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h25
22:42 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55910+Northern RailG8914420:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h58
22:42 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55910 · TP04180020:44 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h06
22:50 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89583 · L89291
On time
20:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h18
23:06 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change
Transpennine ExpressN55909 · TP04160021:40 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h10
23:50 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89591 · L8929221:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h13
0:01 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailG89061 · G89266
On time
21:59 Manchester Airport (MIA)
2h15
0:14 Leeds station (LDS)
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:07, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 16m.

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 £9
Distance
68 km
Average train duration
1h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 16m
First train
3:07
Last train
23:38
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 £9

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Leeds station (LDS) from £9. 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 16m
Cheapest Price
£14
Transpennine Express frequency
5 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
1h 58m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Rail frequency
2 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
15 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) covers a distance of 68 km and takes approximately 1h 16m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) is 68 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) leaves at 3:07.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) departs at 23:38.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Leeds station (LDS). The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) 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 a mix of urban and rural scenery, passing through the picturesque Pennine landscapes and charming towns like Huddersfield, providing a pleasant view for travellers.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Leeds is feasible with a travel time of 1h 16m and a distance of 68 km. Trains operate frequently with 9 trips per day, making it convenient for a day visit.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Leeds station (LDS)

Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds station (LDS) trains use the Manchester Victoria to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Leeds station (LDS) 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
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RRWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre

Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £4 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min

Manchester Airport train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.

Tickets and information

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.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

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.

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