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Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Bolton (BON)

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37

train journeys
per day

82

miles (133 kms)

2hrs 26 mins

fastest journey

00:10 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Birmingham International (BHI) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham International and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham International to Bolton is approximately 82 miles (133 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 4 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Bolton.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham International to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 26 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham International to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:10
    8 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:21
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:05
    2 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:34
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:58
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:41
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    10:07
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:46
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:41
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:08
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:41
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    12:08
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:08
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:41
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    13:08
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    2 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:41
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    14:07
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:46
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:08
    2 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:38
    2 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:08
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:41
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    16:08
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:46
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:21
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:08
    2 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Birmingham International
    Bolton
    Birmingham International to Bolton

About Birmingham International Station

Station name Birmingham International (BHI)
Address Birmingham International station, Stationlink Road, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, West Midlands, B40 1PA
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:00
Saturday 06:15 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
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 Birmingham International and Bolton

The travel time between Birmingham International and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 26 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham International and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham International 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 Birmingham International & Bolton. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham International and Bolton.

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