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Trains from Southampton Central to Bolton (BON)

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15

train journeys
per day

189

miles (304 kms)

4hrs 52 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:33

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Southampton Central to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Southampton Central 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 Southampton Central to Bolton is approximately 189 miles (304 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 50 mins.

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Bolton.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southampton Central to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 52 mins.

Journeys from Southampton Central to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:07
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:07
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:47
    6 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    13:08
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    14:07
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    16:08
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    18:08
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    4 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    19:08
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    20:07
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    22:21
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    23:21
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:15
    5 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    00:23
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    21:11
    11 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:23
    10 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:07
    Southampton Central
    Bolton
    Southampton Central to Bolton

About Southampton Central Station

Station name Southampton Central (SOU)
Address Southampton Central station, Blechynden Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1AL
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 20:45
Saturday 06:00 - 20:45
Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
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 Southampton Central and Bolton

The travel time between Southampton Central and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southampton Central 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 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:33.

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

Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail, South Western Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Southampton Central and Bolton.

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