How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from £6. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Leeds?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Leeds is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Leeds route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day, including services from National Express , FlixBus , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Leeds?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Leeds at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Leeds?

A bus journey from Manchester to Leeds produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29779 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leeds?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Leeds?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Manchester to Leeds from £3 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:20	Shudehill	1h 10m	13:30	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Coach Station	1h 5m	22:05	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	09:55	Coach Station	1h 15m	11:10	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	10:20	Shudehill	1h 10m	11:30	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	09:55	Coach Station	1h 15m	11:10	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:50	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h	05:25	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:50	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:00	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:30	Shudehill	1h 10m	21:40	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h	05:25	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:50	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:00	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:00	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h	05:25	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:50	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:00	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h	05:25	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:50	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 2 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:00	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h	05:25	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:50	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:50	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:00	Leeds City Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h	05:25	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	08:40	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:50	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Next departures from Manchester to Leeds on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:55	Coach Station	1h 10m	09:05	Leeds Coach Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h	05:25	Leeds, Great Wilson St	Fastest
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags
Bus	07:50	Shudehill	1h 10m	09:00	Leeds City Bus Station	No tags
Bus	04:25	Coach Station	1h 5m	05:30	Leeds Coach Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:31 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Leeds

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leeds. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

36 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£6 - £44	Average duration1h 33m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £62	Average duration1h 14m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£5 - £8	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Leeds?

Stops in Manchester

A
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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B
Manchester Airport
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C
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Leeds

A
Leeds Coach Station
York Street, Leeds, LS2, United Kingdom
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B
Leeds Bradford Airport
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C
20 Central Rd
Vassali House, 20 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE, UK
D
Leeds Bus Stop F5
46 New York St, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 7DY, UK
E
St Peter's Street
St Peter's St, Leeds, UK
F
Leeds
75 Kirkgate, Leeds LS2, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,802 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Users have expressed satisfaction with the National Express service, highlighting punctuality and professionalism of drivers. Many appreciated the smooth travel experience and timely arrivals. However, some mentioned difficulties in connecting to onboard WiFi and suggested clearer signage at bus bays for easier navigation. Overall, positive feedback was predominant regarding their journeys.

National Express Manchester Leeds recent customer reviews

Second time in a row the coach was delayed by 20 minutes+, seems a regular occurrence

Murrad H.

26 November 2025

Firstly the bus was on time that I enjoyed, but on finding out third, fourth & fifth hand, we found out the driver had been assaulted by a passenger therefore he called the police. This wasn’t my issue, u understand a crimes had been committed and it was the police to collect as much information for the driver, in regards to the assault. There was no professionalism with the coach drivers, passengers are coming from a long journey, and this is the only mode of transport that does not keep their customer informed/ updated. Finally after over an hour, another driver was called out to replace the assaulted driver, by this time another coach turned up going to Leeds but going via Bradford and many other stops, this was at 10:26 and the driver of that coach said we’d arrive in Leeds at 13:00pm. I’d already been delayed and as you can imagine just wanted to get home. The lack of information to the passengers was a disappointment, and I fully understand procedures need to be followed but keeping the passengers informed would’ve been more respectable from National Express

Millicent P.

10 July 2025

I arrived the Airport Station very early. I took NX170 departing by 12:05 noon instead of the original booking NX171 leaving by 13:20. The driver was friendly and helpful. One negative comment is that no sign of “National Express” was shown on the bus bays A, B, C.

Kwong-chuk T.

6 February 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,775 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11775 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £6

Flixbus Manchester Leeds recent customer reviews

It was very good

David C.

8 May 2025

Reliable and on time, clean coach

Paul K.

19 November 2024

Megabus UK

3.5/54,295 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

The service received positive feedback for being smooth, comfortable, and on time. Customers appreciated the friendly driver and onboard heating during cold weather. However, some mentioned a lack of phone charging options despite relying on phones for directions. Late arrivals were also noted but did not pose significant issues overall.

Megabus Manchester Leeds recent customer reviews

Trip was smooth and comfortable. Driver was friendly. On board heating was welcome with the cold weather last night...

Declan B.

4 November 2023

No information on the screens at the airport to advise of the delay. Due 16.35 and at 17.05 only by asking another megabus driver found out it was delayed by another 1.5 hrs and not due until 18.20pm. I ended up getting a taxi as just wanted to get home after a long day travelling. Train strikes also on that day.

Julie M.

6 October 2023

The right bus didn t come and we had to wait half an hpur longer. Nobody let us know about bus delayed.

Milan H.

11 August 2023

GB Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, National Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Leeds

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Leeds start from £6. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Leeds?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Leeds is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 35 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Leeds route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day, including services from National Express, FlixBus, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Leeds?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Leeds at 03:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Leeds?
A bus journey from Manchester to Leeds produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29779 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Leeds?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Leeds?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

26/12

£21

27/12

£7

Today

£6

29/12

£6

30/12

£5

31/12

£5

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Leeds was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of £5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Leeds as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £5 to £24 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Leeds based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-30.

Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.