Bolton to Boston Trains

Bolton to Boston trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Boston takes 5h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Boston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 42m
Duration: 156 mi
Distance: £61
Average price: Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Doncaster

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5h 7m

£44–82

Bolton to Boston train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Boston. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Boston at 8:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

7:38 AM → 12:18 PM
4h 39m • 3 changes
8:37 AM → 1:18 PM
4h 41m • 3 changes
9:36 AM → 2:18 PM
4h 41m • 3 changes
10:36 AM → 3:18 PM
4h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

12:23 AM → 9:18 AM
8h 55m • 3 changes
7:38 AM → 12:18 PM
4h 39m • 3 changes
8:37 AM → 1:18 PM
4h 41m • 3 changes
9:36 AM → 2:18 PM
4h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

12:23 AM → 9:18 AM
8h 55m • 3 changes
7:38 AM → 12:18 PM
4h 39m • 3 changes
8:37 AM → 1:18 PM
4h 41m • 3 changes
9:36 AM → 2:18 PM
4h 41m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

12:23 AM → 9:18 AM
8h 55m • 3 changes
7:38 AM → 12:18 PM
4h 39m • 3 changes
8:37 AM → 1:18 PM
4h 41m • 3 changes
9:36 AM → 2:19 PM
4h 42m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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