The average train between Birmingham and Bolton takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is an hourly train service from Birmingham 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 and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Birmingham to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Birmingham to Bolton train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Birmingham and Bolton is 127.6 km. The road distance is 149 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week.
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