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Outbound fromManchester to Leeds by train
It takes an average of 1h 13m to travel from Manchester to Leeds by train, over a distance of around 36 miles (58 km). There are normally 260 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Leeds and tickets for this journey start from £3.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:44 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Leeds | |
| Journey time | From 45m | |
| Distance | 36 miles (58 km) | |
| Frequency | 260 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £3.70 | |
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Travelling from Manchester to Leeds by train in less than an hour
Want to swap Lancashire for Yorkshire and looking for more information on how to travel from Manchester to Leeds by train? Start your journey today!
Generally, the train journey from Manchester to Leeds takes around 1 hour and 17 minutes, but can take just 49 minutes on the fastest services, with around 258 trains running on this route every day. As there are direct services provided by TransPennine Express and Northern Rail, you don’t need to worry about making any changes along the journey.
On this route, you’ll hop on a train at either Manchester Piccadilly or Manchester Victoria station. It doesn’t matter whether you’re travelling with on a TransPennine Express or Northern Rail service, you’ll enjoy onboard amenities including free WiFi and comfortable seating. If you like to travel in style, upgrade to First Class. With TransPennine Express First Class, you’ll enjoy more spacious seating, reclining seats and complimentary food and drink.
If you’d like to snap up the cheapest train fares, try booking an Off-Peak time – tickets are usually cheaper when you travel Off-Peak compared to taking the train at Peak times. If you’d like to save even more, get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Eager to book? Start a search with us today for cheap train tickets from Manchester to Leeds – just head to our Journey Planner at the top of the page. For more information about the journey, keep reading for our timetable to view live train times, FAQs and tips on how to book cheaper train fares.
*Calculations are based on CO2 / passenger km, comparing an average petrol car, using statistics and conversion factors published in the government’s greenhouse gas reporting conversion factors published 7 June 2023 and revised 28 June 2023. See here for more.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Leeds
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Manchester to Leeds is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
