The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bolton to Leeds
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bolton to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Leeds will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Bolton to Leeds you need to make at least one change.
NX540 · NX17010:204h20Bolton, Astley Bridge14:40Leeds, Coach Station£101One-way1 change
NX540 · NX17010:354h05Bolton, Interchange14:40Leeds, Coach Station£121One-way1 change
NX540 · NX17010:354h05Bolton, Interchange14:40Leeds, Coach Station£121One-way1 change
NX540 · NX17010:204h20Bolton, Astley Bridge14:40Leeds, Coach Station£101One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 63 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bolton to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Leeds coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX540 · NX170 | On time 10:20 Bolton, Astley Bridge | 4h20 | 14:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX540 · NX170 | On time 10:35 Bolton, Interchange | 4h05 | 14:40 Leeds, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bolton to Leeds
Buses from Bolton to Leeds run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:36. The fastest coach covers the 63 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 63 km |
Average bus duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Bolton to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Bolton to Leeds with National Express for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bolton to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Leeds by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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