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The average train between Bolton and Birmingham takes 2h 12m and the fastest train takes 1h 54m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton to Birmingham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 12m
Duration
92 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 15m
£30–62

Bolton to Birmingham train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country6h 34m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country6h 34m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country6h 33m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 2m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country10h 48m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 59m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 56m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 3m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country6h 34m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast2h 10m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 56m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country2h 3m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Birmingham? 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.

Map of how to get from Bolton to Birmingham.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 92.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily.

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