How to get from Leeds to Bolton

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What is the best way to travel from Leeds to Bolton?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Bolton from Leeds. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 37m
£7
£11
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What is the cheapest way to reach Bolton from Leeds?

You can reach Bolton with just £7 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
Monday
from £7
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £8
Friday
from £7
Saturday
from £7

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • Northern
    2h 3m
    0
    05:19
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • Northern
    1h 48m
    0
    05:43
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • Northern
    1h 52m
    0
    06:12
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:04
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £9
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 3m
    0
    03:19
    Leeds
    Central Station
    05:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 37m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Northern
    2h 3m
    0
    05:19
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £8
  • Northern
    1h 48m
    0
    05:43
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £11
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 46m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £14
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 37m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £15
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 39m
    0
    08:55
    Leeds
    Morley Train Station
    10:34
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £16

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Northern
    1h 48m
    0
    05:43
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • Northern
    2h 3m
    0
    05:19
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £9
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 46m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 37m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £16
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 39m
    0
    08:55
    Leeds
    Morley Train Station
    10:34
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £16

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    2h 32m
    0
    05:42
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:14
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 24m
    0
    03:20
    Leeds
    Central Station
    06:44
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 29m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:14
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 33m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:18
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11

What are the fastest trips from Leeds to Bolton?

You can get to Bolton from Leeds in just 1h 37m with a Train from TransPennine Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
Monday
from 1h 37m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 1h 37m
Friday
from 1h 37m
Saturday
from 2h 29m

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • TransPennine Express
    1h 37m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
  • Northern
    1h 48m
    0
    05:43
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • Northern
    1h 52m
    0
    06:12
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:04
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £9
  • Northern
    2h 3m
    0
    05:19
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 3m
    0
    03:19
    Leeds
    Central Station
    05:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • TransPennine Express
    1h 37m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £15
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 39m
    0
    08:55
    Leeds
    Morley Train Station
    10:34
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £16
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 46m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    1h 48m
    0
    05:43
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £11
  • Northern
    2h 3m
    0
    05:19
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £8

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • TransPennine Express
    1h 37m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £16
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 39m
    0
    08:55
    Leeds
    Morley Train Station
    10:34
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £16
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 46m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
  • Northern
    1h 48m
    0
    05:43
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • Northern
    2h 3m
    0
    05:19
    Leeds
    Central Station
    07:22
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £9

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • TransPennine Express
    2h 29m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:14
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
  • Northern
    2h 32m
    0
    05:42
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:14
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 33m
    0
    05:45
    Leeds
    Central Station
    08:18
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 24m
    0
    03:20
    Leeds
    Central Station
    06:44
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £11
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Leeds to Bolton

What are the most popular stations in Leeds and Bolton?

In Leeds, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Central Station or Bagley Lane Coach Station, while in Bolton you will be arriving at Central Station, Horwich Parkway or Bromley Cross, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bolton from Leeds? With 4 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Leeds and Bolton, you can pay as low as £7 with a Train from Northern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from TransPennine Express: you will get to Bolton in just 1h 37m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Leeds and Bolton are TransPennine Express and Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Leeds and Bolton is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Horsforth or to Astley Bridge, and look at flights from Leeds Bradford Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Leeds to Bolton?

The most popular companies between Leeds and Bolton, are TransPennine Express and Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: TransPennine Express and Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Leeds to Bolton

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Leeds to Bolton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Leeds to Bolton

How can I reach Bolton from Leeds?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Bolton from Leeds.

How far is Bolton from Leeds?

The distance between Leeds and Bolton is 63.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Leeds and Bolton?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 11 kgs, and a flight 16 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Leeds to Bolton?

You can get to Bolton with just £7 by taking a Train from Northern.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Bolton?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bolton in just 1h 37m with a Train from TransPennine Express.

More routes to Leeds and to Bolton

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Leeds and to Bolton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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