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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Bolton (BON)

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32

train journeys
per day

84

miles (136 kms)

2hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:48 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Bolton is approximately 84 miles (136 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 50 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:06
    3 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    10:07
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:22
    2 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    10:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:09
    2 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    11:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    12:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:16
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:08
    2 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    13:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:18
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:06
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:18
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:35
    3 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:18
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:38
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:18
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:06
    2 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:18
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Leicester
    Bolton
    Leicester to Bolton

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 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 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 Leicester and Bolton

The travel time between Leicester and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester 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 Leicester & Bolton. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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