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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Bolton (BON)

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49

train journeys
per day

81

miles (130 kms)

2hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

00:25 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Bolton is approximately 81 miles (130 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 33 mins.

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

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Bolton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:25
    6 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    07:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:01
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    08:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:05
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:25
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    08:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:01
    2 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    09:08
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:07
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:26
    2 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    10:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:07
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:01
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:07
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:01
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:07
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    12:53
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    13:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:07
    2 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    13:53
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:07
    Birmingham New Street
    Bolton
    Birmingham New Street to Bolton

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
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 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 Birmingham Stations and Bolton

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Birmingham Stations 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 Stations & Bolton. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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