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It takes an average of 7h 3m to travel from Bournemouth to Leeds by train, over a distance of around 212 miles (342 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Bournemouth to Leeds and tickets for this journey start from £33.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:12 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Leeds | |
| Journey time | From 5h 16m | |
| Distance | 212 miles (342 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £33.60 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway |
About the train journey from Bournemouth to Leeds
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The train from Bournemouth to Leeds usually takes 7 hours 3 minutes on average to travel 212 miles (342 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 16 minutes. You can expect to find 17 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Leeds, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Great Western Railway or South Western Railway, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Bournemouth to Leeds if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £33.60. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from Bournemouth to Leeds starts at £33.60 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.