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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Bolton (BON)

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34

train journeys
per day

175

miles (282 kms)

4hrs 1 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 34 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Bolton is approximately 175 miles (282 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 40 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Bolton.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 1 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Bolton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    09:53
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:42
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    11:06
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:51
    4 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    11:52
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:08
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:44
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:57
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:06
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:43
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:53
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:40
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:09
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:06
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:40
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:09
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    16:06
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:39
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:09
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:40
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    17:52
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:09
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:21
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:40
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Chelmsford
    Bolton
    Chelmsford to Bolton

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
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 Chelmsford and Bolton

The travel time between Chelmsford and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 1 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 34 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford & Bolton. owever, there are 34 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Bolton.

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