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Bolton to Gloucester trains

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The average train between Bolton and Gloucester takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Gloucester. 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 11m
Duration
144 mi
Distance
£76
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 51m
£53–97

Bolton to Gloucester train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Gloucester. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Gloucester at 8:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 33m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country12h • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 48m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 27m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country4h 18m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 32m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country8h • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country8h • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 31m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross Country3h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Gloucester? 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 Gloucester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 144.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Gloucester via Manchester Piccadilly and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 51m.

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