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The average train between Bolton and Brighton takes 4h 37m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton to Brighton. 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 37m
Duration
248 mi
Distance
£114
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bolton to Brighton train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Brighton at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 50m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 21m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink12h 35m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 18m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 16m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Brighton? 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: 247.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Brighton via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 28m.

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