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Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Bolton (BON)

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25

train journeys
per day

40

miles (65 kms)

51 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 23:51

first / last train

10

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Carnforth (CNF) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Carnforth and Bolton , with 10 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Carnforth to Bolton is approximately 40 miles (65 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 22 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Carnforth to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 51 mins.

Journeys from Carnforth to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    51 mins Direct
    06:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    53 mins Direct
    07:37
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    53 mins Direct
    08:36
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:39
    55 mins Direct
    09:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:40
    54 mins Direct
    10:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    11:06
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    12:07
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    54 mins Direct
    12:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:57
    1 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    13:06
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:43
    51 mins Direct
    13:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:03
    1 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    15:06
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:43
    51 mins Direct
    15:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    16:53
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:02
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    17:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:43
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    18:21
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:43
    51 mins Direct
    18:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:10
    56 mins 1 change
    19:06
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:54
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    20:06
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:15
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    20:34
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:52
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    21:06
    Carnforth
    Bolton
    Carnforth to Bolton

About Carnforth Station

Station name Carnforth (CNF)
Address Carnforth station, Market Street, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Carnforth and Bolton

The travel time between Carnforth and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Carnforth and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 10 direct services per day from Carnforth to Bolton

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

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