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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Bridgend takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Bridgend. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 16m
Duration
200 mi
Distance
£79
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Bolton to Bridgend train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Bolton and Bridgend. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Bridgend at 11:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 9m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 15m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 14m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales13h 29m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 25m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 22m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 15m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 15m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 15m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales4h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Bridgend? 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: 199.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Bridgend, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgend every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 3h 39m.

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