Leeds to Manchester Airport train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Manchester Airport

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

€13

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

1 h 23 m

Average duration

1 h 23 m

Trains per day

46

Distance

68 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Manchester Airport 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 will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.

Fast trains

Of the 46 trains that leave Leeds for Manchester Airport on Fri, Jul 10, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .

On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.

  • Northern RailG89098 · G89863
    12:42 PM2h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    3:00 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    131One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89092 · G89850
    10:42 AM2h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    1:00 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89095 · G89857
    11:42 AM2h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    2:00 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89102 · G89867
    1:42 PM2h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    4:00 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89084 · G89836
    8:42 AM2h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    11:00 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    171One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Leeds to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Manchester Airport 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 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.

Distance: 68 km

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Bus

€18

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

2h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 20m

Average total duration

1h 50m

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Live departures

Leeds to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Manchester Airport trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressC24826
On time
5:45 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h24
7:09 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24677 · W84878
On time
6:08 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h37
7:45 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24467 · G15889
On time
6:15 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h53
8:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16008 · C24679+Northern RailG89822
On time
6:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
8:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89076 · G89826
On time
6:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
9:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16141 · W84893
On time
7:06 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h38
8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16018 · C24609+Northern RailG89826
On time
7:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
9:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89080 · G898317:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15891
On time
7:45 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h24
9:09 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW85241+Northern RailG89828
On time
8:05 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h31
9:36 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24945 · C24686+Northern RailG89831
On time
8:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
10:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89084 · G898368:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15894
On time
8:45 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h23
10:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW85248 · W84899
On time
9:05 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h39
10:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG16013 · C24691+Northern RailG898369:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
11:00 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)2 transfers
Northern RailG89086 · G898439:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
12:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15893
On time
9:45 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h23
11:08 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24399+Northern RailG90120
On time
10:00 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h57
11:57 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24952 · C24696+Northern RailG89843
On time
10:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
12:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC0315810:45 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h23
12:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15923+Northern RailG90122
On time
11:00 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h57
12:57 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24954 · C24701+Northern RailG89850
On time
11:30 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
1:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89095 · G89857
On time
11:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
2:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24587
On time
11:45 AM Leeds station (LDS)
1h23
1:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15930+Northern RailG90124
On time
12:00 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h57
1:57 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15907 · C24708+Northern RailG89857
On time
12:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
2:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressC24593
On time
12:45 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h23
2:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24407 · W84908
On time
1:00 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h44
2:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15922 · G15818+Northern RailG89863
On time
1:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
3:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89102 · G89867
On time
1:42 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
4:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC03172
On time
1:45 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h23
3:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15927+Northern RailG90095
On time
2:00 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h57
3:57 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15900 · G15839+Northern RailG89867
On time
2:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
4:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Transpennine ExpressG15872 · W84915
On time
3:00 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h44
4:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24965 · C24726+Northern RailG89819
On time
3:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
5:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89075 · G89823
On time
3:42 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
6:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC246103:45 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h23
5:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW85292 · W84918
On time
4:07 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h37
5:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15813+Northern RailG89823
On time
4:15 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h45
6:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW85301 · W84922
On time
5:05 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h39
6:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressG15837+Northern RailG89827
On time
5:15 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h45
7:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89082 · G898325:42 PM Leeds station (LDS)
2h18
8:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24623
On time
5:45 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h23
7:08 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW85310 · W849236:08 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h36
7:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressC24975 · C24745+Northern RailG898326:30 PM Leeds station (LDS)
1h30
8:00 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds to Manchester Airport

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Trains from Leeds to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 68 km distance in 1h 23m.

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
Bus from €5
Distance
68 km
Average train duration
1h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
1h 23m
First train
4:12 AM
Last train
9:17 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
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
Bus from €5

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express from Leeds to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Leeds and Manchester Airport from €5. 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 23m
Cheapest Price
€16
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 52m
Cheapest Price
€6
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

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 19m
Cheapest Price
€35
TransPennine Express frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Manchester Airport

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Manchester Airport can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to Manchester Airport is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Leeds to Manchester Airport is 1h 23m to travel the 68 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Leeds to Manchester Airport leaves at 4:12 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Leeds to Manchester Airport leaves at 9:17 PM.
Yes,there are 2 direct trains a day from Leeds to Manchester Airport with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Leeds to Manchester Airport, you can count on Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Manchester Airport. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Leeds and Manchester Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester Airport from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 23m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Leeds to Manchester Airport is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Manchester Airport including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leeds to Manchester Airport

Most Leeds to Manchester Airport trains use the Leeds to Manchester Victoria station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Leeds
Arrival train stations in Manchester
LeedsNew Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre

Bus lines1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
Train linesNorthern, TransPennine Express

Leeds train station facilities and services

Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.

Burley ParkBurley Park station, Ashville Road, Burley Park, West Yorkshire, LS6 1NA+44 8002006060ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Burley Park from Leeds city centre

Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 4m · €1 · every ~4 min
Bus19, 19A · 8m · every ~7 min
19, 19A · 11m · every ~7 min

Burley Park train station facilities and services

Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

HeadingleyHeadingley station, Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, West Yorkshire, LS5 3LD+44 8002006060ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Headingley from Leeds city centre

Headingley is 3 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainLeeds - York, Leeds - Knaresborough, Leeds - Harrogate, Leeds - Horsforth · 7m · €2 · every ~4 min
Bus49, 50, 50A · 19m · every ~26 min
875 · 22m · €4

Headingley train station facilities and services

Headingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Headingley.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Headingley: Parking.

Bike and car services

Available at Headingley: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Headingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. The conductor will carry out any assistance, please wait on the platform. This station has recently benefitted from the installation of lifts, level access to platform 1 with platform 2 being accessible using the lift and a short subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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