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Bolton to Penzance trains

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Trip Overview

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.

9h 19m
Duration
387 mi
Distance
£199
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain train
  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Plymouthtrain train
  3. Take the train from Plymouth to Penzancetrain train
9h 7m
£156–272

Bolton to Penzance train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Penzance. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Penzance at 1:07 PM. 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.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 9m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 18m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 5m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 18m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)12h 45m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 15m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 21m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 14m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)16h 26m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 37m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryCross Country8h 8m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 11m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 18m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 9m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 18m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 5m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)12h 44m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 18m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 9m • 3 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryCross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)8h 18m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

Map of how to get from Bolton to Penzance.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 387.1 mi
  • Duration: 9h 19m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Penzance via Manchester Piccadilly, Birmingham New Street, and Plymouth in around 9h 7m.

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