Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds

Showing times and prices for Aug 03

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€23

Fastest journey

1 h 1 m

Average duration

1 h 5 m

Trains per day

7

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 7 trains that leave Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) for Leeds on Mon, Aug 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Aug 03 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 1 m .

On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains 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.

  • Transpennine ExpressC24685 · G15888
    7:00 AM1h11
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    8:11 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW85249
    8:30 AM1h01
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:31 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW85242
    7:30 AM1h01
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    8:31 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressG15831 · G15897
    8:00 AM1h10
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:10 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    231One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressG15897
    7:58 AM1h12
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    9:10 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    231One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 17m. 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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€17

Average price

€8

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Cheapest

1h 51m

Average total duration

1h 21m

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30m

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1h 47m

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1h 17m

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Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Transpennine ExpressC24808
On time
8:05 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h07
9:12 AM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89112
On time
8:29 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h17
9:46 AM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15980
On time
8:47 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h04
9:51 AM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89196
On time
8:53 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h24
10:17 AM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89115
On time
9:20 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV)
1h20
10:40 AM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24600
On time
11:33 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h37
1:10 PM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15998
On time
12:33 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h40
2:13 PM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG16012
On time
2:33 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h38
4:11 PM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG16017
On time
3:33 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h37
5:10 PM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24632
On time
4:33 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h37
6:10 PM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressC24638
On time
5:33 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h37
7:10 PM Leeds station (LDS)
0 transfersDirect
Monday, August 3
Transpennine ExpressC24685 · G158887:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h11
8:11 AM Leeds station (LDS)1 transfer
Transpennine ExpressW852427:30 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h01
8:31 AM Leeds station (LDS)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG158977:58 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h12
9:10 AM Leeds station (LDS)0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressG15831 · G158978:00 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
1h10
9:10 AM Leeds station (LDS)1 transfer

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Why should you book Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds trains with Omio?

Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express and more offer trains services from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds.

Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, CrossCountry or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trip?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail, CrossCountry or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 54m.

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 train duration
1h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
54m
First train
5:30 AM
Last train
11:52 PM
Cheapest Month
Apr
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
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

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Leeds 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
54m
Cheapest Price
€5
Transpennine Express frequency
4 a day
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 14m
Cheapest Price
€6
Northern Rail frequency
3 a day
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

CrossCountry

About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
CrossCountry frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
€30
TransPennine Express frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds is €17; 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds is 54m to travel the 57 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 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds leaves at 5:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds leaves at 11:52 PM.
Yes,there are 3 direct trains a day from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds, you can count on Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Leeds. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Leeds and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Leeds from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 54m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Leeds including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Leeds trains use the Manchester Victoria to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Burley Park. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Leeds
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · €2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · €2 · every ~47 min

Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services

Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.

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