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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Bolton (BON)

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12

train journeys
per day

180

miles (291 kms)

5hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

00:19 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Bolton is approximately 180 miles (291 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 14 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Bolton.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 51 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:19
    10 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:40
    5 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    6 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    6 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:46
    6 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:47
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:47
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    19:08
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:47
    6 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    20:07
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:20
    7 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    21:21
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:46
    6 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    22:21
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:22
    11 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Colchester
    Bolton
    Colchester to Bolton

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Colchester and Bolton

The travel time between Colchester and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Bolton. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Bolton.

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