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Trains from Reading West to Bolton (BON)

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24

train journeys
per day

158

miles (255 kms)

4hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:55 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Reading West to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 24 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 24 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Bolton is approximately 158 miles (255 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 5 mins.

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

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading West to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Reading West to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    10:21
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:38
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    11:52
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:02
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:21
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:07
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:46
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:45
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    17:08
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:16
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    18:52
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:45
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    19:08
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:33
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:49
    4 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:07
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    4 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    21:21
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:42
    4 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    22:21
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:00
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    23:21
    Reading West
    Bolton
    Reading West to Bolton

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
Address Reading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Weekend Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Reading West and Bolton

The travel time between Reading West and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 24 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:55, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 Reading West & Bolton. owever, there are 24 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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