The average train between Bolton and Lincoln takes 3h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Lincoln. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bolton and Lincoln. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Lincoln at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bolton to Lincoln? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Lincoln station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.
Bolton to Lincoln train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Lincoln train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Lincoln Central station.
Book your Bolton to Lincoln train tickets online with TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railways and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bolton and Lincoln is 131.7 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Lincoln Central via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 27m.