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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Bolton (BON)

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18

train journeys
per day

20

miles (32 kms)

1hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 23:12

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Bolton is approximately 20 miles (32 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 36 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    07:15
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    08:15
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    09:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    10:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    11:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    12:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    13:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    15:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    16:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:58
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    17:18
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    18:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    19:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    20:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    21:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:58
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    22:17
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:58
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    23:33
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    6 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    05:22
    Nelson
    Bolton
    Nelson to Bolton

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 Nelson and Bolton

The travel time between Nelson and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:12.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson 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 Nelson & Bolton. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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