How to travel from Bolton to Leeds

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Compare train and bus for Bolton to Leeds

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €24.

Distance: 39 miles (63 km)

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€24

Average price

€14

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Cheapest

€15

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 47m

Average total duration

2h 17m

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30m

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1h 1m

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(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bolton to Leeds is a bus with an average price of €13.

This is compared to other travel options from Bolton to Leeds:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolton to Leeds costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Bolton to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 2h 3m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bolton and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bolton to Leeds among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €15 compared to roughly €15 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-0.67. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Bolton to Leeds

How to get from Bolton to Leeds by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Bolton to Leeds is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX540 · NX170
    12:10 PM3h20
    Bolton, Astley Bridge
    3:30 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    151One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX540 · NX170
    12:10 PM3h20
    Bolton, Astley Bridge
    3:30 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    151One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Northern RailC32595+Transpennine ExpressG16003
    7:20 PM1h50
    Bolton station (BON)
    9:10 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    251One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Northern RailG89858 · P24117+Transpennine ExpressG16320
    5:56 PM2h40
    Bolton station (BON)
    8:36 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    231One-way
    2 transfers
  • Northern RailL89315+Transpennine ExpressG15789
    9:19 AM1h51
    Bolton station (BON)
    11:10 AMLeeds station (LDS)
    251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailG89896+Transpennine ExpressG15811
    6:36 PM2h14
    Bolton station (BON)
    8:50 PMLeeds station (LDS)
    251One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX540 · NX170
    8:50 AM3h20
    Bolton, Astley Bridge
    12:10 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    151One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX540 · NX170
    12:25 PM3h05
    Bolton, Interchange
    3:30 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    161One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX540 · NX170
    9:00 AM3h10
    Bolton, Interchange
    12:10 PMLeeds, Coach Station
    161One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bolton to Leeds

Travel to Leeds easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bolton to Leeds.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bolton and Leeds including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bolton to Leeds is a bus with an average price of €13.

This is compared to other travel options from Bolton to Leeds:

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolton to Leeds costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Bolton to Leeds is by train with an average journey time of 2h 3m.

Other travel options to Leeds take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 25m.

The distance from Bolton to Leeds is approximately 39 miles (63 km).
The average frequency per day from Bolton to Leeds is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bolton and Leeds as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bolton to Leeds:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bolton station (BON) and arrive in Leeds station (LDS).
  • Buses mostly depart from Bolton, Interchange and arrive in Leeds, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bolton to Leeds, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Leeds by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Leeds by train.
Omio customers who travel from Bolton to Leeds often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, York. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Leeds and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Leeds to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Leeds, you can explore the Leeds City Museum with its interactive exhibits on natural history, archaeology, and local history, or visit Temple Newsam, a Tudor-Jacobean mansion featuring beautiful gardens and a working farm. The Thackray Medical Museum offers engaging exhibits on the history of medicine. For performances, The Grand Theatre showcases opera, ballet, and musicals. Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy the Victoria Quarter for its stunning architecture and luxury boutiques. Notable sights include the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, Roundhay Park, Kirkstall Abbey, and Harewood House.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Leeds allows you to explore its key attractions, such as the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds Art Gallery, and the lively shopping and dining scene at Leeds City Centre.

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