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Trains from Derby (DBY) to Bolton (BON)

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34

train journeys
per day

60

miles (97 kms)

2hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

04:47 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Derby (DBY) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 34 scheduled rail journeys between Derby 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 Derby to Bolton is approximately 60 miles (97 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 42 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Derby to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Derby to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:47
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:07
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:45
    2 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:10
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:47
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:31
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:47
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:12
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:47
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:08
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:45
    2 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:46
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:10
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:48
    2 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:12
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:47
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    2 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:47
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Derby
    Bolton
    Derby to Bolton

About Derby Station

Station name Derby (DBY)
Address Derby station, Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:55 - 22:45
Saturday 04:55 - 22:45
Sunday 06:20 - 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 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 Derby and Bolton

The travel time between Derby and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Derby 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 04:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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

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

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