Manchester Airport to Leeds Taxi Alternative

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Door-to-door convenience

Enjoy a smooth journey in a premium car with direct pick-up and drop-off. Skip queues, transfers, and the hassle of multiple transfers.

Your schedule, your pace

Depart when it suits you: no need to work around train, flight, or rental car times. Plus, free cancellation up until 1 hour before your ride.

Stay productive or relax

With Wi-Fi available in most cars, you can catch up on work, stream your favorite shows, or unwind in comfort while our chauffeur takes care of the road.

Discover our service classes

Business Class

Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5 Series, Audi A6, Cadillac XTS, or similar

First Class

Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7 Series, Audi A8, or similar

Business Van

Mercedes V-Class, Chevy Suburban, Cadillac Escalade, Toyota Alphard, or similar

Electric Class

Jaguar I-PACE, Tesla Model S, Tesla Model X, or similar

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Airport transfers simplified

The next time you need to arrange a transfer from Leeds to Manchester Airport, book a Blacklane taxi alternative for a premium service with a personal chauffeur. Greet your professional driver anywhere in Leeds for a straightforward airport transfer that allows you to work comfortably and privately from the backseat. Alternatively, if you need a private driver from Manchester Airport to Leeds, you’ll be met directly in the airport arrivals hall with a personalised sign. The next time you need a private and professional taxi alternative from Leeds to Manchester Airport book a Blacklane airport transfer. No matter where you are travelling to, your personal chauffeur will make sure you arrive well-rested for your flight.

Stress‑free from start to finish

Skip airports, train stations, and rental car counters. With our long-distance chauffeur service, there are no crowds, queues, or transfers: just a private journey from one city to the next. Travel in a top‑class vehicle driven by a professional chauffeur, knowing that every ride is carbon‑neutral through verified offset programs. Wherever you’re headed, you’ll enjoy comfort and peace of mind - arriving refreshed, on time, and ready for whatever’s next.

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Smiling chauffeur helps put a woman's luggage in the back of his vehicle.

International travel from Manchester

Airport transfers between Leeds and Manchester Airport make travelling for business seamless. Work comfortably on the backseat during the 1 hour 20 minute travel time, and completely avoid crowded stations, rail strikes, crowded trains, and delays that make your trip more stressful. If you need to be picked up from Manchester Airport and transferred to Leeds, Blacklane provides 1 hour complimentary waiting time at the airport for complete peace of mind. If Leeds is your final destination, why not make it your base to explore some of England’s most beautiful national parks. Both the Peak District and Yorkshire Dales are only a short drive away. Blacklane’s long distance service also runs routes between:

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Leeds from Manchester?

Leeds is approximately 45.5 miles (73 kilometres) from Manchester.

How long is the train from Manchester to Leeds?

When there are no delays, strikes, or cancellations, the train from Manchester to Leeds takes between 50 minutes

How much is a taxi from Leeds to Manchester Airport?

Depending on which service you opt for, a taxi from Leeds to Manchester Airport will cost between £60 - £150. Blacklane’s premium airport transfer service guarantees that all airport collection fees are included in the final price, and can meet you directly in the arrivals hall.

How to get from Leeds to Manchester Airport?

The best way to get from Leeds to Manchester Airport is with a Blacklane personal chauffeur. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 25 minutes. It is also possible to travel by train. The Transpennine Express travels direct between Leeds and Manchester Airport and the journey takes 1 hour 30 minutes

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