The average train between Bolton and Cannock takes 2h 50m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Cannock. 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 hourly between Bolton and Cannock. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Cannock at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Cannock. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Cannock station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.
Bolton to Cannock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Cannock train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stafford station.
Book your Bolton to Cannock train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Cannock is 102.8 km. The road distance is 130 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Cannock via Manchester Piccadilly, Stafford, and Rugeley Trent Valley in around 2h 59m.