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Trains from Alton (AON) to Bolton (BON)

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28

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

4hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:42 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Alton (AON) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Alton and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Alton to Bolton is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 35 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Bolton.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Alton to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Alton to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:42
    5 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:12
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    11:06
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:14
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:53
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:14
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    15:06
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:44
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:06
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:44
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:44
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:44
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:06
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:44
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    20:06
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:44
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:15
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    21:06
    Alton
    Bolton
    Alton to Bolton

About Alton Station

Station name Alton (AON)
Address Alton station, Station Road, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 2PZ
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 19:00
Saturday 07:30 - 17:30
Sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Alton and Bolton

The travel time between Alton and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Alton and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:42, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Alton and Bolton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Alton & Bolton. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Alton and Bolton.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Alton and Bolton, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.