The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 16 buses that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Leeds on Mon, Feb 23, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 23 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Mon, Feb 23 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.
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Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds 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 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 68 km
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds buses for today, Sunday, February 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX170 | Delayed 6:35 AM 3:50 AMManchester, Airport | 1h40 | 5:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 6:35 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h45 | 8:20 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX172 | Delayed 10:00 AM 7:20 AMManchester, Airport | 1h45 | 1:30 AM 1:30 AMLeeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | Delayed 10:35 AM 7:50 AMManchester, Airport | 2h20 | 10:10 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP235100 · C44194 | On time 8:40 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h54 | 10:34 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
NX170 | On time 9:20 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h50 | 11:10 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP234900 · L37184 | On time 9:40 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h52 | 11:32 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
NX171 | On time 10:35 AM Manchester, Airport | 2h20 | 12:55 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
TP234700 · L37187 | On time 10:40 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h56 | 12:36 PM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h55 | 1:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 12:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h50 | 1:55 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 1:20 PM Manchester, Airport | 2h20 | 3:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 2:50 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h50 | 4:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 4:05 PM Manchester, Airport | 2h20 | 6:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 5:35 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h50 | 7:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX171 | On time 6:55 PM Manchester, Airport | 2h10 | 9:05 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h55 | 9:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | On time 8:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 1h45 | 10:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX172 | On time 11:25 PM Manchester, Airport | 2h05 | 1:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, February 23 | |||||
NX170 | 3:50 AM Manchester, Airport | 1h40 | 5:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds
Buses from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 68 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 68 km |
Average bus duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 06:35 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds 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 Leeds, 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.
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