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Trains from Manchester Stations to Bolton (BON)

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119

train journeys
per day

9

miles (15 kms)

11 mins

fastest journey

05:08 / 00:24

first / last train

118

direct trains

1

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 119 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Bolton , with 118 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Bolton is approximately 9 miles (15 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 18 mins.

Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Bolton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Deansgate to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 11 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:08
    14 mins Direct
    05:22
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Bolton
    Manchester Oxford Road to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:43
    19 mins Direct
    06:02
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:55
    11 mins Direct
    06:06
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:06
    14 mins Direct
    06:20
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Bolton
    Manchester Oxford Road to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:07
    22 mins Direct
    06:29
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:13
    19 mins Direct
    06:32
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:32
    16 mins Direct
    06:48
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:39
    13 mins Direct
    06:52
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:08
    14 mins Direct
    07:22
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:08
    23 mins Direct - overtaken train
    07:31
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:15
    19 mins Direct
    07:34
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:33
    14 mins Direct
    07:47
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    13 mins Direct
    07:52
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    21 mins Direct
    08:04
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    11 mins Direct
    08:07
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:07
    24 mins Direct - overtaken train
    08:31
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:08
    13 mins Direct
    08:21
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    19 mins Direct
    08:34
    Manchester Victoria
    Bolton
    Manchester Victoria to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:33
    14 mins Direct
    08:47
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:38
    14 mins Direct
    08:52
    Deansgate
    Bolton
    Deansgate to Bolton

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:30 - 22:40
Tuesday 06:30 - 22:40
Wednesday 06:30 - 22:40
Thursday 06:30 - 22:40
Friday 06:30 - 22:40
Saturday 06:30 - 22:40
Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

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 Manchester Stations and Bolton

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 18 mins & the fastest journey takes 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 119 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Bolton can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 118 direct services per day from Manchester Stations to Bolton

Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Bolton.

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