The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 3 trains that leave Leeds for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) on Mon, Dec 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 8 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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C26868
C27203 · C26234
C26243
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C27203 · C26234Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 57 km
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€18 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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C26243 | On time 8:06 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h02 | 9:08 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C27203 · C26234 | On time 8:30 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h08 | 9:38 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 1 transfer | |
C26868 | On time 8:45 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1h04 | 9:49 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Trains from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 04:47 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There is a bus stop close to the station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the layby/Bus stop on Cottingley Drive (10325/10325)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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