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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Bolton (BON)

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35

train journeys
per day

32

miles (51 kms)

1hrs 19 mins

fastest journey

05:02 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Bolton is approximately 32 miles (51 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 35 mins.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Bolton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 19 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:02
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    06:20
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:52
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:22
    1 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    08:21
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:23
    1 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    1 hrs 28 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:21
    1 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    10:21
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:29
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    11:21
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    1 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    12:21
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    13:21
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:52
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    14:22
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    1 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    15:22
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:28
    1 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:52
    1 hrs 29 mins 1 change
    16:21
    Chester
    Bolton
    Chester to Bolton

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 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 Chester and Bolton

The travel time between Chester and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 19 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Bolton. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Bolton.

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