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Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Bolton (BON)

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50

train journeys
per day

172

miles (278 kms)

3hrs 8 mins

fastest journey

04:40 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 50 scheduled rail journeys between London Blackfriars and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 50 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Blackfriars to Bolton is approximately 172 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 43 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Blackfriars to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 8 mins.

Journeys from London Blackfriars to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:40
    3 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    08:25
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:19
    3 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:43
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:27
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:44
    3 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    09:57
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    10:57
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:57
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    12:57
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    13:57
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:49
    3 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    14:57
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton

About London Blackfriars Station

Station name London Blackfriars (BFR)
Address London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 20:30
Saturday 07:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 London Blackfriars and Bolton

The travel time between London Blackfriars and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 43 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 8 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Blackfriars and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 50 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between London Blackfriars and Bolton typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Blackfriars 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 London Blackfriars & Bolton. owever, there are 50 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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