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Bournemouth to Leeds by train
It takes an average of 7h 14m to travel from Bournemouth to Leeds by train, over a distance of around 212 miles (342 km). There are normally 20 trains per day traveling from Bournemouth to Leeds and tickets for this journey start from $60.55 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:12 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:45 pm | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Leeds | |
| Journey time | From 5h 16m | |
| Distance | 212 miles (342 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $60.55 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Leeds in 5 hours 16 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Leeds? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 14 minutes to travel the 342 km from Bournemouth to Leeds by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 16 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 20 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Bournemouth to Leeds start from $60.55 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Leeds? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from Bournemouth to Leeds
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Cheap train tickets from Bournemouth to Leeds
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bournemouth to Leeds is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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