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Trip Summary
You can pick from 24 daily train trips between Leeds and Bolton. The average train journey from Leeds to Bolton takes one hour and 27 minutes, but some TransPennine Express + Connections train trips are as short as one hour and 18 minutes.
Distance | 39 mi (63 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 18m |
Lowest price | £26.21 |
Most frequent service | TransPennine Express + Connections |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Leeds to Bolton?
TransPennine Express + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Leeds to Bolton. However, there are 24 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
TransPennine Express + Connections | 24 | 1h 28m | £26.21 |
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Leeds to Bolton start from £26, and on average cost . Daily there are 24 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Bolton. TransPennine Express + Connections in Leeds leaves from New Station St . And in Bolton trains arrive at Lostock and 2 other train stations.
From Leeds to Bolton train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 1 hours and 28 minutes. If you are looking to get to Bolton faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 18 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Leeds to Bolton. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Leeds at 06:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bolton to Leeds.
City Information
Leeds
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Leeds is where you should go if you're looking for action, entertainment, history, and culture in the Yorkshire area. Its vibrant community attracts visitors from all places, especially when sports, theatre, and dance events occur in the city.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the city's remarkable Victorian arcades as well as historic houses and estates. Start your tour at Shibden Hall in West Yorkshire, a landmark built in 1420. You should also drop by the Royal Armories Museum to see a spectacular display of arms and armours used in different parts of the world.
Leeds has long served as a destination for world-class performances and events. Leeds' entertainment calendar is one that never runs dry. Check out the Leeds Playhouse for some theatrical performances and The HiFi Club if you want to enjoy live music 'til the break of dawn.
Travelling to Leeds is scenic and straightforward on Northern Rail. The central train station in the city is located at New Station Street. Additional transportation is offered by the coaches serving the area: National Express, Megabus, and FlixBus. Thanks to affordable coach tickets, see how you can travel to Leeds and 4 other iconic United Kingdom cities for under £60.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Leeds?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: New Station St
New Station Street is located in front of the large Leeds Railway Station. The West Yorkshire Combined Authority partnered with Leeds City Council and Network Rail to transform the area outside the station to better accommodate the influx of people catching a train, coach, taxi, or walking to/from the city centre. As a result, you will find an expansive pedestrian forecourt area from the station to the Queen's Hotel and many seating areas. The station's interior offers many opportunities to shop or dine before catching a train. This is where you can find additional amenities, including restrooms and travel information. Several train lines make the stop in Leeds, most notably CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, and London North Eastern Railway.
All train stations in Leeds:
New Station St
Where is the train station in Bolton?
Main arrival station: Hall-i'-th'-Wood Station
There are more train stations and stops in Bolton than most cities. Most trains from Leeds will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Bolton:
Train stations in Bolton:
Hall-i'-th'-Wood Station
Bolton Station
Lostock
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