The average train between Bolton and Shipley takes 1h 55m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton to Shipley. 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 Shipley. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Shipley at 5:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 1h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bolton to Shipley? 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 Shipley. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Leeds station via Manchester Victoria station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
Bolton to Shipley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Shipley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.
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The distance between Bolton and Shipley is 51.9 km. The road distance is 74 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Shipley via Manchester Victoria and Leeds in around 1h 51m.