Leeds to Manchester, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

36 miles 57.9 km · straight line
44 miles actual route 70.8 km · driving distance
1h 0min estimated drive time
£7 - £8 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Manchester, United Kingdom?

The distance from Leeds to Manchester, United Kingdom is 36 miles (57.9 km) as the crow flies. Manchester, United Kingdom is located SW of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 44 miles, taking about 1h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Leeds and Manchester, United Kingdom. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Leeds to Manchester, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 0min £7 - £8 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Manchester, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 692.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM