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Trains from London Paddington to Bolton (BON)

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46

train journeys
per day

170

miles (275 kms)

3hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 04:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from London Paddington to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 46 scheduled rail journeys between London Paddington and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 46 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Paddington to Bolton is approximately 170 miles (275 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 55 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Paddington and Bolton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Paddington to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from London Paddington to Bolton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    04:53
    4 hrs 2 changes
    08:53
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:37
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:56
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:40
    3 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:05
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:45
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:02
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:06
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:05
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:45
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:02
    3 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    12:07
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:05
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:45
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:02
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:06
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:05
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:45
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:02
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:21
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:05
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:45
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:02
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:06
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:05
    3 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    15:22
    London Paddington
    Bolton
    London Paddington to Bolton

About London Paddington Station

Station name London Paddington (PAD)
Address London Paddington station, Praed Street, London, Greater London, W2 1HQ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:10 - 22:15
Tuesday 06:10 - 22:15
Wednesday 06:10 - 22:15
Thursday 06:10 - 22:15
Friday 06:10 - 22:15
Saturday 06:10 - 22:15
Sunday 07:00 - 22:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
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 London Paddington and Bolton

The travel time between London Paddington and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Paddington and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 46 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 04:58.

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Amenities on trains between London Paddington 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 Paddington & Bolton. owever, there are 46 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between London Paddington and Bolton.

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