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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Bolton is to bus and line 37 bus which costs £8 - £13 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Bolton is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Shiffnall Street via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Leeds to Bolton?

The distance between Leeds and Bolton is 53 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

How do I travel from Leeds to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Leeds to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £15 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Leeds to Bolton?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Leeds to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Bolton bus from?

Leeds to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Bolton train from?

Leeds to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Bolton?

The best way to get from Leeds to Bolton is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Leeds to Bolton bus arrive?

Leeds to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Leeds to Bolton train arrive?

Leeds to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Bolton is 48 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Leeds to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Leeds to Bolton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Leeds to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Leeds to Bolton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Leeds to Bolton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain Leeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Boltontrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
1h 24m
£16–33
Bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Shiffnall Streetbus 37
2h 28m
£9–12
Train, line 471 bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Rochdaletrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Rochdale station to Bolton Interchangebus 471
2h 18m
£15–25
Drive 48.1 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Boltoncar 48.1 mi
50 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds to Boltontaxi 48.1 mi
50 min
£210–250
Line 508 bus, bus, line 471 bus
1. Take the bus from City Square F to Halifax Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Rochdale Interchangebus 587
3. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 471
3h 40m

Leeds to Bolton by train

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Distance: 52.6 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Leeds to Bolton via Manchester Victoria in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Shiffnall Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and St Peter's Square in around 2h 28m.

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