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Bolton to Ellesmere Port trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Bolton and Ellesmere Port takes 8h 44m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Bolton to Ellesmere Port. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 44m
Duration
42 mi
Distance
£21
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Bolton to Ellesmere Port train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Bolton and Ellesmere Port. The service departs Bolton at 9:49 PM at night, which arrives into Ellesmere Port at 06:34:00. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 8h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Ellesmere Port? 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: 42.2 mi
  • Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Ellesmere Port, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Ellesmere Port via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 2h 17m.

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