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Trains from Barnsley (BNY) to Bolton (BON)

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35

train journeys
per day

38

miles (62 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

06:05 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Barnsley (BNY) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Barnsley and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Barnsley to Bolton is approximately 38 miles (62 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 3 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Barnsley and Bolton.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Barnsley to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Barnsley to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:05
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:06
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:13
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:03
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:31
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:12
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:10
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:11
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    12:31
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:12
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:03
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:12
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:03
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:32
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    2 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:31
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    16:34
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:12
    2 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:13
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:03
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    18:32
    Barnsley
    Bolton
    Barnsley to Bolton

About Barnsley Station

Station name Barnsley (BNY)
Address Barnsley station, Schwabisch Gmund Way, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S71 1BP
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 19:30
Tuesday 06:00 - 19:30
Wednesday 06:00 - 19:30
Thursday 06:00 - 19:30
Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Barnsley and Bolton

The travel time between Barnsley and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 3 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Barnsley and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Barnsley 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 Barnsley & Bolton. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Barnsley and Bolton.

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