The average train between Bolton and Stockton-on-Tees takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Stockton-on-Tees. 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 Stockton-on-Tees. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Stockton-on-Tees at 7:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Stockton-on-Tees. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Stockton-on-Tees station via Eaglescliffe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.
Bolton to Stockton-on-Tees train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Bolton to Stockton-on-Tees train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Eaglescliffe station.
Book your Bolton to Stockton-on-Tees train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Stockton-on-Tees is 131.5 km. The road distance is 209 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Eaglescliffe hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 23m.