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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Bolton (BON)

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18

train journeys
per day

149

miles (239 kms)

4hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

03:46 / 23:43

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Swansea to Bolton is approximately 149 miles (239 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 5 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Bolton Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    03:46
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:32
    5 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    5 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:43
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    5 hrs 1 min 1 change
    13:53
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    5 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    15:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:55
    4 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    17:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    18:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:48
    5 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    19:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:23
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:49
    5 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    21:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:23
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:50
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    00:28
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:49
    9 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    05:22
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:23
    10 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    07:22
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:30
    10 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Swansea
    Bolton
    Swansea to Bolton

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Swansea and Bolton

The travel time between Swansea and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:43.

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

Amenities on trains between Swansea 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 Swansea & Bolton. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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