The average train between Bangor and Bolton takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Bangor 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.
Trains run hourly between Bangor and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bangor is at 8:32 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bangor to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bangor station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Bangor to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.
Bangor to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Bangor to Bolton train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bangor and Bolton is 119.2 km. The road distance is 176 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 17m.