The average train between Bolton and Bristol takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Bristol. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bolton and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 4:21 PM which arrives into Bristol at 8:08 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Bristol station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Bolton to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Bolton to Bristol train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Cross Country.
The distance between Bolton and Bristol is 236.9 km. The road distance is 293 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 6m.