Leeds to Manchester Airport Trains From €8.11*

Take the direct train from Leeds to Manchester Airport with TransPennine Express. With hourly departures and a journey time of just around 1 hr 24 min, you’ll have plenty of flexibility for arriving for your flight from Manchester Airport.

The route passes by historic stations like Huddersfield and its famous platform-edge pubs, and Stalybridge with its traditional Victorian railway station. You’ll also get to experience the Standedge Tunnel, one of Britain’s longest at about 5 km ( around 3 miles), before arriving at your destination.

TransPennine Express runs regional and inter-city services in the north of England and into Scotland, connecting major cities like Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh.

Departing from Leeds

The starting point of your train journey, Leeds railway station, is located on New Station Street in Leeds city, accessible via a short seven-minute walk from the heart of the city centre or via the numerous Citybus lines that connect the station to different parts of the city and surrounding West Yorkshire.

Served by CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express and Northern, Leeds station offers connections to many popular destinations, including London, Newcastle, Edinburgh and York.

Main stops

Leeds to Manchester Airport trains usually call at Dewsbury, Huddersfield, Manchester Victoria, Manchester Oxford Road and Manchester Piccadilly, although actual stops may vary according to service. Make sure to check train details to be sure of your stops.

Arriving at Manchester Airport

After arriving at Manchester Airport station, you can access the terminals by following the signposts along the Skylink walkway that connects the station to the terminals. 

The station is connected with railway, tram, bus and coach services, with National Rail services offered by TransPennine Express, Northern and Transport for Wales. You can reach many major cities from this station, including Middlesbrough, Blackpool and Liverpool.

If you’re hankering for some food and drink after your train from Leeds, you’ll find plenty of options at Manchester Airport. From burgers and shakes at Archie’s, French and colonial cuisine at Café Balzar or simply some craft beers and wings at Amber Alehouse, you’ll find the perfect bite.

TransPennine Express train classes

With both Standard Class and First Class available for your train from Leeds to Manchester Airport, TransPennine Express lets you choose how to travel.

• Standard Class: Standard carriages offer free Wi-Fi and plug sockets at table seats.  
• First Class: Travelling from Leeds to Manchester Airport with a First Class ticket offers spacious reclining seats, extra legroom and charging points at every seat. A complimentary catering service is included on certain routes.

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TransPennine Express train travel advice 

Travel to Manchester Airport from Leeds with ease thanks to our TransPennine Express travel tips.

• Luggage: Board with up to 3 pieces of luggage, with luggage racks for large items and overhead racks for small bags.
• Bicycles: Reservations required for bikes, unless foldable. Free secure bike sheds can be found at TransPennine Express-managed stations. E-scooters are not allowed.
• Children: Up to two under five-year-olds travel free with an adult ticket. Half-price tickets for children under 16. Save on travel costs with the Family and Friends Railcard.
• Pets: Up to 2 pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead or in a carrier, and all other small pets must be in a carrier.
• Passenger Assist: Older and disabled passengers can request help in their travel experience, including boarding ramps, luggage assistance, help with stairs, station wheelchairs or buggies for long distances, and station navigation.

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.