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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Cardiff Central Station takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 51m
Duration
180 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bolton to Cardiff Central Station train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Cardiff Central Station. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Cardiff Central Station at 12:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales4h 24m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 55m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 52m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 43m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales13h 7m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 47m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for Wales3h 46m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 56m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 53m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 42m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for Wales3h 49m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station? 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.

Map of how to get from Bolton to Cardiff Central Station.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 179.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Cardiff Central Station, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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