Transfer Options from Manchester Airport to Leeds

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There are three different ways to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds; taxi, bus or train. Taking a taxi from Manchester Airport to Leeds will cost around £95 (€110) and will take just 1 hour, making it the fastest way to travel. Another quick transfer option is the train, which takes 1 hour and 30 minutes and costs £20 (€22) on average. The cheapest option is to take the Manchester Airport to Leeds bus, which costs just £7 (€8) but takes at least 2 hours to reach Leeds Coach Station.

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Comparison of the options

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OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€195	60min	24/7	Book
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Taxi	€110	60min	24/7
Bus	€16	120min	04:05–23:35
Train	€44	90min	24/7

How to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds by taxi

If you’re looking for a swift and easy transfer option from Manchester Airport to Leeds, taking a taxi is the one for you. Taxis are available 24 hours a day and take just 1 hour to reach Leeds. Taking a taxi from Manchester Airport to Leeds will cost around £95 (€110), depending on the size of the vehicle and the company you travel with.

How much is a taxi from Manchester Airport to Leeds?

The cost of your journey from Manchester Airport to Leeds by taxi will depend on a few factors; the size of the vehicle, the time of day and the company you’re travelling with. However, the average cost will be around £95 (€110). If you’d prefer a set-rate fare you can count on for your taxi from Manchester Airport to Leeds, we suggest pre-booking your transfer with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

£95 (€110)

Trip Duration

1 Hr.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Manchester Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Manchester Airport?

Taxis can easily be found directly outside of all three terminals at Manchester Airport. Simply exit the Arrivals hall, on the Ground Floor and you will see the cab rank in front of you.

Convenience

The quickest and easiest way to travel from Manchester Airport to Leeds is by taxi. You won’t have to wait for your transport to arrive, nor will you have to worry if landing at night and having no transport available. Instead, you can land, hop straight into a private vehicle, and make your way directly to the door of your hotel in Leeds in just 60 minutes.

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling a group of 5 people, you can take a Hackney Black cab from outside the airport instead of taking two 4-seater sedans to save money.

Useful Tips

Tipping your driver isn't expected but is always appreciated. You can round up your fare if you wish to tip your driver.

During rush hour, your journey time could double.

Pre-booking your Manchester Airport taxi transfer can help you save money and time at the airport.

How to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds by bus

Both National Express and Megabus offer services from Manchester Airport to Leeds. The average cost of a single ticket is £7 (€8) but the journey time from Manchester Airport to Leeds by bus will be around 2 hours, making it the slowest transfer option.

How much is the Manchester Airport to Leeds bus?

The cost of a single ticket on the Manchester Airport to Leeds bus will depend on which company you’re travelling with and how far in advance you book your ticket. However, the average cost will be around £7 (€8).

Cost

£7 (€8)

Trip Duration

2 Hrs.

*There's a waiting time of up to 4 hours for the bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The buses run from 04:05 to 23:35.

Where do I find the bus at Manchester Airport?

All of the buses at Manchester Airport leave from the coach station. You will find the signposts for “Ground Transportation” leading you to the coach station from inside the baggage claim area.

Convenience

Taking the Manchester Airport to Leeds bus is a cheap transfer option. However, the buses don’t run very frequently, so you could have up to a 4-hour wait. Plus, once you reach the Leeds Coach Station, you will need to find alternate transportation to reach your hotel.

Timetables

National Express Bus

Megabus

Editor’s Note

Although the buses run from 04:05 to 23:35, there are only 6 buses a day, so be sure to check your landing time against the bus schedule to avoid long waits.

Useful Tips

There's luggage storage below the bus for larger luggage items.

Most of the buses from Manchester Airport to Leeds have toilets onboard.

Book your tickets online in advance to save money.

How to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds by train

There are trains that run from Manchester Airport to Leeds 24 hours a day. The average journey time on the Manchester Airport to Leeds train is 1 hour and 30 minutes, and the cost of a one-way ticket is around £20 (€22).

How much is the Manchester Airport to Leeds train?

The cost of your Manchester Airport to Leeds train ticket will depend on the time of day you’re travelling and how far in advance you book your ticket. The cheapest tickets are those booked online in advance for a set time. However, the downside to this type of ticket is that if your plane is delayed, you will lose your train and have to purchase a new ticket. The average cost of a ticket on the Manchester Airport to Leeds train is £20 (€22).

Cost

£20 (€22)

Trip Duration

1 Hr 30 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 2 hours for the train.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The train runs from 24 hours a day from Manchester Airport to Leeds.

Where do I find the train at Manchester Airport?

The train station is located in the middle of all three terminals at Manchester Airport. There are moveable walkways from each terminal, so the walk should take around 10 to 15 minutes.

Convenience

Although a fairly fast and affordable transfer option, getting from Manchester Airport to Leeds by train isn’t very convenient if you have large luggage items. You will have to walk up to 15 minutes to the train station at the airport, then you will have very limited storage space on the train. Plus, Leeds Train Station is located on the very edge of the city, so depending on your accommodation’s location, getting to your hotel may be a challenge.

Timetables

Manchester Airport to Leeds Train

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling in a group of 5, you can take a Black Hackney cab and split the cost for the same price per person as taking the train.

Useful Tips

During rush hour, the train will reach Leeds faster than a taxi.

There's very limited luggage storage on the train, be sure to travel light.

Some trains will have a change, be sure to check this before you book your tickets.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Manchester. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

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€198.0

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How to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds?

There are three different ways to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds; taxi, bus or train. The quickest option is to take a Manchester Airport taxi, which takes just 1 hour to reach Leeds and costs approximately £95 (€110). The cheapest option is to take the bus, which costs around £7 (€8) per traveller but takes 2 hours to reach the city centre of Leeds. Your final option is the Manchester Airport to Leeds train, which costs an average of £20 (€22) for a single off-peak ticket and takes 1 hour and 30 minutes.

How much is a train ticket from Manchester Airport to Leeds?

The cost of a ticket for the Manchester Airport to Leeds train will depend on the time of day you’re travelling and how far in advance you book. However, for a single off-peak ticket, you can expect to pay around £20 (€22) per person.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Manchester Airport to Leeds?

The cost of a taxi from Manchester Airport to Leeds will depend on the time of day you’re travelling and the company you choose to travel with. The average fare will be around £95 (€110) for the hour-long journey, but you can secure a fixed-rate fare by booking in advance with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups.

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How to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds by taxi

How much is a taxi from Manchester Airport to Leeds?

Cost

£95 (€110)

Trip Duration

1 Hr.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Manchester Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Manchester Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds by bus

How much is the Manchester Airport to Leeds bus?

Cost

£7 (€8)

Trip Duration

2 Hrs.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The buses run from 04:05 to 23:35.

Where do I find the bus at Manchester Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

National Express Bus

Megabus

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Manchester Airport to Leeds by train

How much is the Manchester Airport to Leeds train?

Cost

£20 (€22)

Trip Duration

1 Hr 30 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The train runs from 24 hours a day from Manchester Airport to Leeds.

Where do I find the train at Manchester Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

Manchester Airport to Leeds Train

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

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Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

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NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

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