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Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Bolton (BON)

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22

train journeys
per day

14

miles (23 kms)

46 mins

fastest journey

00:08 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Junction and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Helens Junction to Bolton is approximately 14 miles (23 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 21 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Bolton.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Junction to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 46 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Junction to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:08
    6 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:28
    54 mins 1 change
    07:22
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:28
    53 mins 1 change
    08:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    1 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    09:03
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:30
    51 mins 1 change
    09:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:28
    53 mins 1 change
    10:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:28
    53 mins 1 change
    11:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:28
    53 mins 1 change
    12:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:28
    53 mins 1 change
    13:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:28
    54 mins 1 change
    14:22
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:28
    54 mins 1 change
    15:22
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:28
    53 mins 1 change
    16:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:28
    53 mins 1 change
    17:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:58
    1 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    18:05
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:28
    53 mins 1 change
    18:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:28
    53 mins 1 change
    19:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:01
    1 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    20:02
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:28
    53 mins 1 change
    20:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:28
    53 mins 1 change
    21:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:35
    46 mins 1 change
    22:21
    St Helens Junction
    Bolton
    St Helens Junction to Bolton

About St Helens Junction Station

Station name St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Address St Helens Junction station, Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:05 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:05 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:05 - 23:50
Thursday 06:05 - 23:50
Friday 06:05 - 23:50
Saturday 06:05 - 23:50
Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
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 St Helens Junction and Bolton

The travel time between St Helens Junction and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 46 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Junction and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:08, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

Amenities on trains between St Helens Junction 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 St Helens Junction & Bolton. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Bolton.

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