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The average train between Bolton and Aberdeen takes 6h 34m and the fastest train takes 5h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Aberdeen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 34m
Duration
336 mi
Distance
£143
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bolton to Aberdeen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Bolton and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:38 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 28m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)6h 24m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 18m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastScotRail6h 43m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country5h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)6h 6m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail5h 49m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)5h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine ExpressScotRail6h 1m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Aberdeen? 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.

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  • Distance: 335.8 mi
  • Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bolton to Aberdeen via Preston and Haymarket in around 7h.

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