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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Bolton (BON)

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15

train journeys
per day

232

miles (374 kms)

6hrs 7 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 03:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Bolton is approximately 232 miles (374 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 33 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Bolton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 7 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:24
    6 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    6 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    12:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:27
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:27
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    6 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:27
    6 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:27
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    17:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:27
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:27
    6 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    19:52
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:27
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:27
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:34
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:27
    6 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    23:21
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:27
    6 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    00:21
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:54
    10 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Plymouth
    Bolton
    Plymouth to Bolton

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Plymouth and Bolton

The travel time between Plymouth and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 7 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 03:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Plymouth 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 Plymouth & Bolton. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Plymouth and Bolton.

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