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Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton (BON)

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26

train journeys
per day

147

miles (236 kms)

3hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 23:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Bristol Temple Meads and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton is approximately 147 miles (236 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 16 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Bolton.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:00
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:00
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:53
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:00
    3 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:53
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:00
    3 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:00
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:00
    3 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    17:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:00
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    17:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    18:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:00
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    18:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:00
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    19:52
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:35
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Bristol Temple Meads
    Bolton
    Bristol Temple Meads to Bolton

About Bristol Temple Meads Station

Station name Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
Address Bristol Temple Meads station, Station Approach, off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol,, BS1 6QF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 21:30
Saturday 06:15 - 21:30
Sunday 06:45 - 21:30
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 Bristol Temple Meads and Bolton

The travel time between Bristol Temple Meads and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bristol Temple Meads and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:38.

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Amenities on trains between Bristol Temple Meads 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 Bristol Temple Meads & Bolton. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bristol Temple Meads and Bolton.

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