Trains to Leeds Airport

Getting a train to Leeds Bradford Airport is simple, with excellent links from Yorkshire and Northern England.

How to get to Leeds Airport by train

Avanti West Coast trains run direct trains from London, various cities in Northern England and other stations to Leeds Station. This makes Leeds Bradford Airport terminal easily accessible via train.

To get to Leeds Airport by train, you first need to travel to Leeds train station. While there is no designated Leeds Airport train station, FLYER bus services link the airport with the major rail hubs of Leeds and Bradford Interchange stations.

FLYER buses run every 20-30 minutes. You can catch it at the square opposite the train station, near The Queens Hotel.

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Top routes to Leeds Airport

ROUTE DURATION FROM PRICE FROM
London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly 2h 10mins £32
Stockport to Manchester Piccadilly 8mins £4.60
Stafford to Manchester Piccadilly 54mins £27.30
Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly 34mins £15.50
Macclesfield to Manchester Piccadilly 22mins £11.50

What to do at Leeds Airport

Retail therapy is a big feature of most airports, and Leeds is no different. Here you’ll find the likes of WHSmith, Boots and Accessorize. There’s even a Leeds United Club Shop, although this may have slightly more niche clientele.

For some refreshments, Caffè Ritazza is the ideal meeting point for arriving passengers. Situated before security, this serves fresh coffee, fresh pastries, and soft drinks.

After security, you’ve got lots more options. For a no-nonsense bite, you’ll find the likes of Camden Food Co, Greggs, and Starbucks if you missed out on a coffee beforehand.

If you have the extra time, perhaps you’d prefer to sit down. For this, Cabin Bar offers travellers fine wines and craft beers, while The Beer House has an easy-going pub atmosphere. The Saltaire Bar is also available, offering a great food menu and a well-stocked bar.

Finally, Leeds Bradford Airport has two excellent airport lounges. Our Yorkshire Lounge and The 1432 Runway Club are both open from 04:00 to 20:00. These spaces offer a quiet and convenient place to relax, charge up your phones and enjoy some complimentary refreshments.

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Ways to save on your train ticket to Leeds Airport

First up, set up a Priority Ticket Alert. This allows you to get hold of the lowest price tickets ahead of time, whether travelling to Leeds train station or not.

These are usually released 12 weeks in advance for weekdays and eight weeks for weekends. Be prepared and be rewarded.

Next, travel off-peak. If you have a flight time that allows it, getting your train in off-peak times means you can get much more on your ticket. Midweek off-peak times are between 10:30 and 14:30, or after 20:00. So check your flight time and see if it aligns.

If you’re booking train tickets as a family, our Family Tickets page has everything you need to know about child tickets and Family Railcards.

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Get the app

Whether it is picking your own seat, keeping in tune with train times or generally making your life easier download the Avanti West Coast App to get special perks.

As well as the above, the app allows you to track your train live, buy tickets with your payment method of choice and store all your tickets in one place. You’ll also find zero booking fees.

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  • Accessible Public Telephones

    Normal height public telephones are on the main concourse but are of an accessible height.

  • Accessible Taxis

    Taxi rank outside Fairfield Street entrance - available 05:00 until 02:00

  • Accessible Ticket Machines

    Accessible ticket machines available

  • Customer Help Points

    Customer Help Points:

    • Located by the entrance to Fairfield Street.
    • Located by the entrance from the long stay car park
    • Located within satellite lounge by the side of the lift
    • Outside the entrance to the toilets on the South Concourse

    Train Information Point:

    • Located on the main concourse
    • Induction Loop

    Station Reception:

    • Located in the Fairfield Street mezzanine level close to WH Smith

    Assisted Travel Lounge

    • Located on the station concourse on exit to the long stay car park, near to platform 1. 
    • Induction Loop

    Opening times

    • Mon-Sat 07:15-21:00
    • Sun 09:00-21:00

  • Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter

    The ticket office, the train information booth (outside the ticket office) and the Assisted Travel Lounge have induction loops.

  • Impaired Mobility Set Down

    Available only at Fairfield Street entrance with dropped kerb and lift to main station.

  • Induction Loop
    Yes
  • National Key Toilets

    Accessible toilets are available on the main concourse opposite platforms 11-12, satellite lounge near the footbridge towards platforms 13-14, the upper concourse and the Assisted Travel Lounge. Use the radar key or contact a member of staff for further directions.

  • Ramp For Train Access
    Yes
  • Staff Help Available

    Monday – 07:15 to 21:00
    Tuesday – 07:15 to 21:00
    Wednesday – 07:15 to 21:00
    Thursday – 07:15 to 21:00
    Friday – 07:15 to 21:00
    Saturday – 07:15 to 21:00
    Sunday – 09:00 to 21:00

    Assisted Travel Lounge is located on the station concourse on exit to the long stay car park, near to platform 1.

    Opening times

    Mon-Sat 07:15-21:00

    Sun 09:00-21:00

    Manchester Piccadilly station is open 7-days a week.

    Passenger assistance is available booked through the relevant Train Operating Company.

  • Step Free Access

    Visually Impaired

    All platforms have tactile warning strips.

  • Wheelchairs Available
    Yes