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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Dartford takes 4h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton to Dartford. 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
212 mi
Distance
£90
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bolton to Dartford train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Dartford. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Dartford at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 7m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink9h 7m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink8h 5m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink11h 50m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 52m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastThameslink3h 37m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Dartford? 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: 212.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Dartford via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 11m.

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