The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 43 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Airport (MIA) will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 16 buses that leave Leeds for Manchester Airport (MIA) on Mon, Mar 30, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 30 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Mon, Mar 30 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.
NX17208:20PM1h40Leeds, Coach Station10:00PMManchester, Airport€81One-way0 transfers
NX17108:30PM2h15Leeds, Coach Station10:45PMManchester, Airport€81One-way0 transfers
NX17010:15PM1h40Leeds, Coach Station11:55PMManchester, Airport€81One-way0 transfers
NX17007:30PM1h45Leeds, Coach Station09:15PMManchester, Airport€81One-way0 transfers
NX17111:15PM2h05Leeds, Coach Station01:20AMManchester, Airport€101One-way0 transfers
NX17208:20PM1h40Leeds, Coach Station10:00PMManchester, Airport€81One-way0 transfers
NX17010:15PM1h40Leeds, Coach Station11:55PMManchester, Airport€81One-way0 transfers
NX17007:30PM1h45Leeds, Coach Station09:15PMManchester, Airport€81One-way0 transfers
NX17002:00PM1h45Leeds, Coach Station03:45PMManchester, Airport€131One-way0 transfers
NX17011:15AM1h45Leeds, Coach Station01:00PMManchester, Airport€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 68 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA) buses for today, Sunday, March 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX171 | Delayed 8:30 AM 5:45 AMLeeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 8:00 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 8:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 10:45 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 10:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h45 | 12:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 11:15 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 1:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 1:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h45 | 2:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h55 | 3:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 2:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 4:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 3:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h45 | 5:30 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 4:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 7:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 6:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h45 | 8:15 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 7:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h15 | 9:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 9:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h40 | 10:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 10:15 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 2h05 | 12:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, March 30 | |||||
NX172 | On time 7:10 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h50 | 9:00 AM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX172 | On time 7:20 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 1h40 | 9:00 PM Manchester, Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Buses from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 68 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA)You can travel by bus between Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA) with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA) by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Leeds to Manchester Airport (MIA)
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Ritazza (in the station)
- Burger King (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 757, 737
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