The average train between Bolton and Penzance takes 9h 19m and the fastest train takes 7h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Penzance. 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 every 2 hours between Bolton and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 5:54 PM which arrives into Penzance at 7:07 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 9h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Penzance? 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 Penzance. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Penzance station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.
Bolton to Penzance train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Penzance train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Penzance station.
Book your Bolton to Penzance train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Penzance is 440.2 km. The road distance is 623 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Penzance via Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street, and Plymouth in around 9h 5m.