4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester to Leeds
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Leeds will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $8.
Of the 22 buses that leave Manchester for Leeds every day 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 57 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$12 Average Price Cheapest | $15 Average Price |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manchester to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Leeds coaches for today, Tuesday, 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX170 | 4:25 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1h05 | 5:30 am Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 6:55 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1h25 | 8:20 am Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 7:40 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1h25 | 9:05 am Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:50 am Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 9:00 am Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 1:00 am 8:25 amManchester, Coach Station | 1h45 | 12:55 pm 12:55 pmLeeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 am Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 9:50 am Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 9:55 am Manchester, Coach Station | 1h15 | 11:10 am Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 am Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 11:30 am Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 1:00 am 11:10 amManchester, Coach Station | 1h45 | 12:55 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 am Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 1:00 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:20 pm Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 1:30 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 12:40 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1h15 | 1:55 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 1:00 am 1:55 pmManchester, Coach Station | 1h45 | 3:40 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:20 pm Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 3:30 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 3:25 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1h15 | 4:40 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 pm Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 5:00 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 1:00 am 4:25 pmManchester, Coach Station | 2h00 | 6:25 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 6:10 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1h15 | 7:25 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX171 | Delayed 1:00 am 7:30 pmManchester, Coach Station | 1h35 | 9:05 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 pm Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 9:40 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX170 | 9:00 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1h10 | 10:10 pm Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX172 | 11:59 pm Manchester, Coach Station | 1h31 | 1:30 am Leeds, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Leeds
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Buses from Manchester to Leeds run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 57 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 57 km |
Average bus duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Bee Network from Manchester to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Leeds with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus, Bee Network for as low as $5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Leeds by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Manchester, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Manchester, Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Airport and Manchester, Shudehill / Bradshaw Street. When arriving in Leeds, you can end your route in coach stations like Leeds, Coach Station, Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre), Leeds, Kirgate Coach Stop and Leeds, Great Wilson Street.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Manchester, Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leeds, Coach Station, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Leeds
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- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the interchange.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 42, 43, 135 Tram: Metrolink
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café at the Station (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 50, 192, 201, 203, 205, 219, 255, 256 Train: Manchester Piccadilly Metro: Piccadilly Gardens
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Burger King (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal, with several companies offering services.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 43, 103 Train: Manchester Airport
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- 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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