The average train between Birmingham City University and Bolton takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is an hourly train service from Birmingham City University 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 Birmingham City University and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham City University is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham City University to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham City University station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Birmingham City University to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham City University to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Birmingham City University to Bolton train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Birmingham City University and Bolton is 127.7 km. The road distance is 150 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week.