The average train between Bolton and Spalding takes 5h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Spalding. 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 3 hours between Bolton and Spalding. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Spalding at 10:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Spalding? 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 Spalding. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Spalding station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.
Bolton to Spalding train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Spalding train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Peterborough station.
Book your Bolton to Spalding train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Spalding is 175.9 km. The road distance is 269 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Spalding via Manchester Piccadilly, Doncaster, and Peterborough in around 4h 47m.