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Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Bolton (BON)

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38

train journeys
per day

178

miles (286 kms)

3hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Hill and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Hill to Bolton is approximately 178 miles (286 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 12 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, London Overground, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Bolton.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Hill to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Forest Hill to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    09:53
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    11:06
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    11:21
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    12:07
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    13:06
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:17
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:53
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:09
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    14:22
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:09
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    15:06
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    15:22
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:17
    3 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    16:06
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    3 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:21
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    3 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Forest Hill
    Bolton
    Forest Hill to Bolton

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Forest Hill and Bolton

The travel time between Forest Hill and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Hill and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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Amenities on trains between Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill & Bolton. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, London Overground, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Bolton.

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