Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£26

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£34

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 22 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 23 m

Trains on 18 Sept

6

Distance

63 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.

Fast trains

To travel from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern RailP24162 · L89250
    8:582h06
    Bolton station (BON)
    11:04Leeds station (LDS)
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailP28787+Transpennine ExpressG15861
    9:251h25
    Bolton station (BON)
    10:50Leeds station (LDS)
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailC32636+Transpennine ExpressP00051
    9:181h23
    Bolton station (BON)
    10:41Leeds station (LDS)
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailC32622+Transpennine ExpressG15879
    8:161h24
    Bolton station (BON)
    9:40Leeds station (LDS)
    £351One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailL89343+Transpennine ExpressG15896
    8:481h22
    Bolton station (BON)
    10:10Leeds station (LDS)
    £351One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS)

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 63 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£22

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£13

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 21m

Average total duration

1h 51m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

55m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) is a coach with an average price of £13.

This is compared to other travel options from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS):

A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) costing on average £22.

The fastest way to travel from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) is by train with an average journey time of 1h 24m.

Other travel options to Leeds station (LDS) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bolton station (BON) and Leeds station (LDS) including taking a train and coach.
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 £22 compared to roughly £13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.86. The journey takes 1h 24m versus 55m 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.

Live departures

Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailP28778+Transpennine ExpressG15866
Delayed
5:31 6:26Bolton station (BON)
1h23
7:49 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailL89314+Transpennine ExpressG15888
On time
6:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
8:11 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailG89820+Transpennine ExpressW852426:54 Bolton station (BON)
1h37
8:31 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailP24154 · L89242
On time
6:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h05
9:03 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32602+Transpennine ExpressG16356
On time
7:16 Bolton station (BON)
1h24
8:40 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28781+Transpennine ExpressC24892
On time
7:26 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
8:49 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32616+Transpennine ExpressG15897
On time
7:47 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
9:10 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailG89824+Transpennine ExpressW85249
On time
7:53 Bolton station (BON)
1h38
9:31 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailG89824 · L89467+Transpennine ExpressC243967:53 Bolton station (BON)
1h30
9:23 Leeds station (LDS)2 changes
Northern RailC32622+Transpennine ExpressG15879
On time
8:16 Bolton station (BON)
1h24
9:40 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28784+Transpennine ExpressC24895
On time
8:26 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
9:48 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailL89343+Transpennine ExpressG15896
On time
8:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
10:10 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP24162 · L89250
On time
8:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h06
11:04 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32636+Transpennine ExpressP00051
On time
9:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
10:41 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28787+Transpennine ExpressG15861
On time
9:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h25
10:50 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailL89354+Transpennine ExpressC24590
On time
9:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
11:10 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP24167 · L89253
On time
9:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h06
12:04 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32646+Transpennine ExpressC24495
On time
10:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
11:40 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28790+Transpennine ExpressG15862
On time
10:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
11:48 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailL89368+Transpennine ExpressC24597
On time
10:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
12:10 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP24171 · L89256
On time
10:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h06
13:04 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32657+Transpennine ExpressG16307
On time
11:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
12:40 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28793+Transpennine ExpressC24904
On time
11:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
12:48 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailL89316+Transpennine ExpressG1600011:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
13:10 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailP24175 · L89259
On time
11:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h06
14:04 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32606+Transpennine ExpressG1631412:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
13:41 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailP28797+Transpennine ExpressC24909
On time
12:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
13:48 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailL89332+Transpennine ExpressC2460812:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
14:10 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailP24179 · L89262
On time
12:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h04
15:02 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32626+Transpennine ExpressP00053
On time
13:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h21
14:39 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28801+Transpennine ExpressG1595513:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
14:48 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailL89345+Transpennine ExpressG16023
On time
13:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
15:10 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP24181 · L89265
On time
13:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h06
16:04 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32639+Transpennine ExpressG1586814:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h21
15:39 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailP28805+Transpennine ExpressG1595314:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
15:48 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailL89357+Transpennine ExpressC24619
On time
14:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
16:10 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailG89865+Transpennine ExpressW85294
On time
14:54 Bolton station (BON)
1h40
16:34 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP24183 · L89269
On time
14:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h06
17:04 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32649+Transpennine ExpressC24526
On time
15:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
16:41 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28807+Transpennine ExpressG1595015:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
16:48 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailL89369+Transpennine ExpressG16020
On time
15:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
17:10 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailG89817+Transpennine ExpressW85303
On time
15:54 Bolton station (BON)
1h39
17:33 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailC32659+Transpennine ExpressC24869
On time
16:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h21
17:39 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28808+Transpennine ExpressG15948
On time
16:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h22
17:47 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailL89318+Transpennine ExpressC24631
On time
16:48 Bolton station (BON)
1h23
18:11 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailG89821+Transpennine ExpressG1624416:54 Bolton station (BON)
1h38
18:32 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailP24156 · L8927616:58 Bolton station (BON)
2h06
19:04 Leeds station (LDS)1 change
Northern RailC32609+Transpennine ExpressC24538
On time
17:18 Bolton station (BON)
1h21
18:39 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change
Northern RailP28809+Transpennine ExpressC24924
On time
17:25 Bolton station (BON)
1h24
18:49 Leeds station (LDS)		1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS)

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Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:57, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
63 km
Average train duration
1h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 12m
First train
6:57
Last train
21:26
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Bolton station (BON) and Leeds station (LDS) from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£11
Transpennine Express frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Transpennine Express

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 37m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£10
Northern Rail frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leeds station (LDS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) covers a distance of 63 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) is 63 km.
The first train from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) leaves at 6:57.
The last train from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) departs at 21:26.
Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS).
To get from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS).
The cheapest way to get from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) is by train, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bolton to Leeds offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, including glimpses of rolling hills and small towns, but it is not considered one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
Yes, a day trip from Bolton to Leeds is feasible, with a journey time of 1h 12m and a frequency of 10 times per day for trains. The distance is 63 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS).

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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton station (BON) and Leeds station (LDS)

Most Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) trains use the Bolton to Leeds station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton station (BON) and Leeds station (LDS) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bolton
Arrival train stations in Leeds
BoltonBolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BEWifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre

Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus576, 535, 525, 526, 507, 561, 562, 575, 527, 534, 537, 541, 533, 480 · 10m · £2 · every ~79 min
125 · 15m · £8 · every ~16 min

Bolton train station facilities and services

Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bolton.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bolton.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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