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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds (LDS)

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57

train journeys
per day

42

miles (67 kms)

1hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

04:07 / 00:06

first / last train

3

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 57 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Leeds , with 3 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 54 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Leeds is approximately 42 miles (67 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 11 mins.

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Leeds.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Leeds Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:07
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    05:49
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:16
    1 hrs 54 mins Direct
    07:10
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:32
    2 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    07:59
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    08:03
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    08:04
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:03
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    08:40
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    2 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    09:05
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:04
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    09:10
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:32
    2 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:39
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    10:04
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:04
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:09
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:40
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:48
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    11:04
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:04
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    11:09
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    11:40
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:48
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    12:04
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:09
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:32
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:40
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:48
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    13:04
    Manchester Airport
    Leeds
    Manchester Airport to Leeds

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
Address Leeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Airport and Leeds

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 57 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:07, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:06.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Airport and Leeds can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 3 direct services per day from Manchester Airport to Leeds

CrossCountry, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Leeds.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Airport and Leeds, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.