The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Leeds
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Leeds will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
It's difficult to get from Bolton to Leeds without transferring at least once.
C32622 · G891998:16 AM1h57Bolton station (BON)10:13 AMLeeds station (LDS)€151One-way1 transfer
C32641 · G892517:18 PM1h55Bolton station (BON)9:13 PMLeeds station (LDS)€151One-way1 transfer
C32629 · G892476:18 PM1h57Bolton station (BON)8:15 PMLeeds station (LDS)€151One-way1 transfer
L89348 · G891386:49 PM1h59Bolton station (BON)8:48 PMLeeds station (LDS)€171One-way1 transfer
G89824 · L89467+
G158797:53 AM1h47Bolton station (BON)9:40 AMLeeds station (LDS)€191One-way2 transfers
C32622+
C248958:16 AM1h32Bolton station (BON)9:48 AMLeeds station (LDS)€251One-way1 transfer
C24892+
C326027:16 AM1h33Bolton station (BON)8:49 AMLeeds station (LDS)€261One-way1 transfer
P28778+
G158886:26 AM1h44Bolton station (BON)8:10 AMLeeds station (LDS)€251One-way1 transfer
P28784+
G158968:26 AM1h44Bolton station (BON)10:10 AMLeeds station (LDS)€191One-way1 transfer
P28781+
G158977:26 AM1h45Bolton station (BON)9:11 AMLeeds station (LDS)€251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
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 prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. 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 bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 63 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€17 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bolton to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Leeds trains for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:18 PM Bolton | 1h21 | 5:39 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:58 PM Bolton | 2h00 | 9:58 PM Leeds | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 22 | |||||
G89816 · L89237+ G15866 | 5:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h55 | 7:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
P28778+ G15888 | 6:26 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h44 | 8:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
L89314 · G89109 | 6:48 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h54 | 8:42 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G16356+ L89314 | 6:48 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h52 | 8:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C32602 · G89194 | 7:16 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h06 | 9:22 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C24892+ C32602 | 7:16 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h33 | 8:49 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G15897+ P28781 | 7:26 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h45 | 9:11 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C32616 · G89110 | 7:47 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h00 | 9:47 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G15879+ C32616 | 7:47 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h53 | 9:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
G89824 · L89467+ G15879 | 7:53 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h47 | 9:40 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 2 transfers | |
C32622+ C24895 | 8:16 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h32 | 9:48 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
C32622 · G89199 | 8:16 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h57 | 10:13 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
P28784+ G15896 | 8:26 AM Bolton station (BON) | 1h44 | 10:10 AM Leeds station (LDS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Leeds
Trains from Bolton to Leeds run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Leeds trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Leeds from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bolton to Leeds
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Leeds 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bolton to Leeds
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday,Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up at the top of the station car park.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: On Crompton Way for buses to Bolton or Halliwell. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Crompton Way, under railway bridge (Nearside for Blackburn, Farside for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus stops located 5 mins away from station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up / drop off on Ashville Road adjacent to the station entrance towards Harrogate, opposite the station entrance towards Leeds.
- Metro: 0113 245 7676
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. wheelchair customers using platform 2 (Bradford, Manchester bound) should be aware that the access to the platform is via a busy road that has no dropped kerbs and a narrow ramped path and entrance onto the platform. Platform 1 (Leeds, Selby) has good level access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses stop on Stanningley Road, east of Station Mount Road. Stop 450 10893 to New Pudsey, and 450 12320 to Leeds.
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
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