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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Stafford takes 1h 32m and the fastest train takes 1h 20m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Bolton to Stafford. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 32m
Duration
65 mi
Distance
£32
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Bolton to Stafford train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Bolton and Stafford. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Stafford at 5:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 26m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast5h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast5h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast5h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 25m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast8h 50m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 27m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast5h 31m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 28m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross Country1h 22m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Stafford? 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 Stafford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 64.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Stafford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 31m.

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