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Trains from Salford Central (SFD) to Bolton (BON)

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83

train journeys
per day

9

miles (15 kms)

13 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:52

first / last train

50

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Salford Central (SFD) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 83 scheduled rail journeys between Salford Central and Bolton , with 50 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 33 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Salford Central to Bolton is approximately 9 miles (15 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 23 mins.

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

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Salford Central to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 13 mins.

Journeys from Salford Central to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    16 mins Direct
    06:02
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:10
    19 mins Direct
    06:29
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    16 mins Direct
    06:32
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    13 mins Direct
    06:48
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    24 mins 1 change
    07:22
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    20 mins Direct
    07:31
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:18
    16 mins Direct
    07:34
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:31
    21 mins 1 change
    07:52
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    18 mins Direct
    08:04
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    23 mins 1 change
    08:21
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:10
    21 mins Direct
    08:31
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    16 mins Direct
    08:34
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:31
    21 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:47
    16 mins Direct
    09:03
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:58
    23 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:12
    19 mins Direct
    09:31
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:18
    16 mins Direct
    09:34
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:31
    22 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:46
    16 mins Direct
    10:02
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    23 mins 1 change
    10:21
    Salford Central
    Bolton
    Salford Central to Bolton

About Salford Central Station

Station name Salford Central (SFD)
Address Salford Central station, New Bailey Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5ET
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:25 - 19:35
Tuesday 06:25 - 19:35
Wednesday 06:25 - 19:35
Thursday 06:25 - 19:35
Friday 06:25 - 19:35
Saturday 06:25 - 19:35
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
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 Salford Central and Bolton

The travel time between Salford Central and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Salford Central and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 83 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 50 direct services per day from Salford Central to Bolton

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

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