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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Manchester

Showing times and prices for Jul 17

Cheapest price

€5

Average price

€12

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 10 m

Buses per day

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Manchester will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.

Fast buses

Of the 22 buses that leave Leeds for Manchester on Thu, Jul 17, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 17 the direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Thu, Jul 17 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.

FlixBus

02:20PM1h10

Leeds, Coach Station

03:30PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€51One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

06:50PM1h10

Leeds, Coach Station

08:00PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€51One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

08:10PM1h10

Leeds, Coach Station

09:20PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€51One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

06:20AM1h10

Leeds, Coach Station

07:30AMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€51One-way

0 transfers

FlixBus

04:10PM1h10

Leeds, Coach Station

05:20PMManchester, Shudehill Interchange

€81One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Leeds to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €6.

Distance: 57 km

Compare bus with

Bus	Most popular Train
€9 Average price Cheapest	€11 Average price
1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Leeds to Manchester bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, July 16

Last updated at 5:01 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
FlixBus	5:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	6:30 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX171	Delayed 8:30 AM 5:30 AMLeeds, Coach Station	1h50	10:00 AM 10:00 AMManchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	9:10 AM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	10:20 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX170	On time 10:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	11:25 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX171	On time 11:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station	1h40	12:55 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	12:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	1:10 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX170	On time 1:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	2:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	1:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	2:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX171	On time 2:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h40	3:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	3:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	4:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX170	On time 3:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h25	5:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX171	On time 4:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h40	6:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	5:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	7:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX170	On time 6:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	7:40 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
FlixBus	7:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	8:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange	0 transfersDirect
NX171	On time 7:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h40	9:10 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX170	On time 9:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h10	10:25 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
NX171	On time 10:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station	1h35	11:50 PM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
Thursday, July 17
NX172	1:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station	1h30	2:30 AM Manchester, Coach Station	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Manchester

United Kingdom

Buses from Leeds to Manchester run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

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

Distance

57 km

Average bus duration

1h 22m

Cheapest ticket price

€4

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

1h 5m

First bus

00:01

Last bus

23:51

Price information

Coach companies: Megabus, National Express and FlixBus Leeds to Manchester

Travel from Leeds to Manchester from €2 with Omio’s coach partners Megabus, National Express and FlixBus! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

National Express is the leading coach operator for routes throughout the United Kingdom, operating over 550 coaches a day and serving over 900 destinations across the country. National Express even offers routes to and from major UK airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and Bristol 24 hours a day at affordable prices for the budget traveller in mind. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and provide free WiFi and onboard entertainment. Most coaches are equipped with seat belts and power outlets in each seat, so you can charge your phone or laptop during a long journey. You can select between three ticket types for the Leeds - Manchester coach: Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare. Refundable tickets provide more flexibility than other ticket options, meaning you can cancel or change your ticket easily, should you need to.

National Express from Leeds to Manchester coach information:

Average Duration: 1 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: €6
National Express frequency: 8 a day

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost coach providers in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travellers in both continents the option to take a long-distance coach at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight coaches on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one hand luggage and one hold luggage bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long coach journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Leeds to Manchester coach information:

Average Duration: 1 h 10 min
Cheapest Price: €2

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.

TransPennine Express from Leeds to Manchester coach information:

Average Duration: 50 min
Cheapest Price: €15

FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Manchester

FAQs: Take the bus from Leeds to Manchester with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Manchester.

Cheap coach tickets from Leeds to Manchester can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leeds to Manchester is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time to Manchester from Leeds is on average 1 h 10 min for the 57 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Leeds and Manchester by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Leeds to Manchester leaves at 10: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Leeds to Manchester leaves at 23: 15.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Leeds to Manchester without having to change trains with Megabus, National Express or FlixBus. There are 22 direct coaches from Leeds to Manchester each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a coach from Leeds to Manchester, you can count on Megabus, National Express or FlixBus for the best way to get you to Manchester. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Leeds and Manchester and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Leeds, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) and Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop. When arriving in Manchester, you can end your journey in coach stations like Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Leeds, Coach Station, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Coach Station, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Manchester from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Leeds to Manchester by coach is August.

You have options as you can travel from Leeds to Manchester 2 different ways: train or coach.

No, the coach from Leeds to Manchester has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leeds to Manchester.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leeds to Manchester.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Leeds to Manchester, follow these tips:

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Leeds to Manchester.

No, luggage for the coach from Leeds to Manchester needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Leeds to Manchester.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leeds to Manchester.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Leeds to Manchester.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Leeds to Manchester.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Leeds to Manchester

Leeds

Manchester

The major bus station for departures in Leeds is Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop for your trip from Leeds to Manchester.

Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop

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