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Outbound fromLeeds to Manchester Piccadilly by train
It takes an average of 1h 17m to travel from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly by train, over a distance of around 36 miles (57 km). There are normally 47 trains per day travelling from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly and tickets for this journey start from £3.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 02:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:30 | |
| Departure station | Leeds | |
| Arrival station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Journey time | From 59m | |
| Distance | 36 miles (57 km) | |
| Frequency | 47 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £3.80 | |
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Travelling from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly by train in just 50 minutes
Want to spend some time exploring fascinating museums and trendy shops and looking for more information on how to travel by train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly? Start your journey here!
Usually, the journey from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly by train takes around 1h 13m, but can be as quick as 50m on the fastest TransPennine Express services. As there are around 61 direct trains available from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly, you don’t need to worry about changing along the journey either.
On this route, you’ll board a train at Leeds station. Once you’ve found your seat, you can take advantage of the onboard amenities including free WiFi and comfortable seating. In just 50 minutes, you will travel through 36 miles of Great British countryside and arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
After exiting the station, you’re just a short walk from the city centre. From here, you can easily reach Manchester’s most popular landmarks including the Science and Industry Museum, Manchester Art Gallery and National Football Museum. For more inspiration, check out our guide to the best things to do in Manchester.
If you’d like to snap up the cheapest train tickets, try travelling Off-Peak, as tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times. Also, if you tend to travel by train a few times a year, why not get a Railcard? You’ll save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year.
Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today for cheap train tickets from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly. If you’d like to find out more about the journey first, keep reading for our timetable, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs including first and last train times.
*Calculations are based on CO2 / passenger km, comparing an average petrol car, using statistics and conversion factors published in the government’s greenhouse gas reporting conversion factors published 7 June 2023 and revised 28 June 2023. See here for more.
FAQs about the train journey from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly
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Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Leeds to Manchester Piccadilly is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
