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The average train between Bolton and Kent takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Kent. 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 47m
Duration
260 mi
Distance
£120
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Ashford International

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain train Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
  2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain train St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 32m
£97–172

Bolton to Kent train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Kent. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Kent at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern4h 14m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern4h 15m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern4h 14m • 3 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern4h • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern8h 17m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern3h 47m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern4h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern4h 14m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern8h 17m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern3h 47m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern4h 4m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheasternSoutheastern4h 14m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Kent? 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 Kent.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 260.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Lenham via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 32m.

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