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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Bolton (BON)

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21

train journeys
per day

61

miles (98 kms)

1hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:28 / 00:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Bolton is approximately 61 miles (98 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 16 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:28
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:31
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    08:21
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:47
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    08:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:49
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    09:53
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:44
    2 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    2 hrs 1 change
    12:53
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    2 hrs 1 change
    13:53
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    2 hrs 1 change
    14:51
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:54
    1 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:47
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    16:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:57
    1 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    17:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    2 hrs 1 change
    18:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:50
    2 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    19:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:18
    2 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    20:21
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:48
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    20:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:56
    1 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    21:52
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:27
    1 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    22:21
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:58
    2 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    23:21
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:07
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    00:28
    Shrewsbury
    Bolton
    Shrewsbury to Bolton

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
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 Shrewsbury and Bolton

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

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Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury & Bolton. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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