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Bolton to Bournemouth trains

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The average train between Bolton and Bournemouth takes 5h 47m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Bournemouth. 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 47m
Duration
266 mi
Distance
£134
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
6h 7m
£113–177

Bolton to Bournemouth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Bournemouth. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 5:54 PM which arrives into Bournemouth at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 20m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 23m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 19m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country9h 50m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 20m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 23m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country9h 50m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 20m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 23m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country9h 50m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 19m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 21m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country5h 19m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Bournemouth? 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: 265.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 47m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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