The average bus between Bolton and Thornton-Cleveleys takes 4h 3m and the fastest bus takes 3h 10m. The bus service runs several times per day from Bolton to Thornton-Cleveleys. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 2 hours between Bolton and Thornton-Cleveleys. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Thornton-Cleveleys at 8:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Thornton-Cleveleys? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Thornton-Cleveleys. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Thornton-Cleveleys station via Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Bolton to Thornton-Cleveleys bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Noel Street station.
Bolton to Thornton-Cleveleys bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Meadows Ave station.
The distance between Bolton and Thornton-Cleveleys is 50.5 km. The road distance is 71 km.
You can take a bus from Noel Street to Meadows Ave via Bus Station in around 4h 1m.