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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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16

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

2hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 00:24

first / last train

5

direct trains

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Edinburgh Waverley , with 5 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 33 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Edinburgh Waverley.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    3 hrs Direct
    09:38
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    10:18
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    11:37
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    12:19
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:38
    2 hrs 54 mins Direct
    13:32
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:08
    3 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:19
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:38
    2 hrs 59 mins Direct
    15:37
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:54
    3 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    16:18
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:39
    3 hrs 1 min Direct
    17:40
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:08
    3 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:08
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    19:38
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:08
    3 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    20:24
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:08
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    21:38
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:09
    3 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    22:21
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:38
    3 hrs 3 mins Direct
    23:41
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:51
    8 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Bolton
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley

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

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bolton and Edinburgh Waverley

The travel time between Bolton and Edinburgh Waverley by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Edinburgh Waverley vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

First class tickets on trains between Bolton and Edinburgh Waverley typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 5 direct services per day from Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Edinburgh Waverley.

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