The average train between Bolton and Wales takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Wales. 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 Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 7:54 PM which arrives into Wales at 12:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Wales. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Wales station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Bolton to Wales train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Wales train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Bolton to Wales train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bolton and Wales is 168.1 km. The road distance is 289 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m.