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Trip Overview

The average train between Ancoats and Bolton takes 18 min and the fastest train takes 13 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Ancoats to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

18 min
Duration
11 mi
Distance
£4
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Ancoats to Bolton train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Ancoats and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Ancoats is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Bolton at 12:03 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 18 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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    train train 15 min • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 16 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 17 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 17 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 19 min • Direct
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    train train 19 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 15 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 13 min • Direct
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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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    train train 17 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Ancoats to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 11.1 mi
  • Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Ancoats, England and Bolton, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 19 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours.

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