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Bolton to Watford Junction trains

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The average train between Bolton and Watford Junction takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Watford Junction. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 19m
Duration
176 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bolton to Watford Junction train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Watford Junction. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Watford Junction at 8:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 8m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 57m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains7h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains7h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains7h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains7h 51m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast6h 55m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 56m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 54m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 55m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Watford Junction? 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.

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  • Distance: 176.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Watford Junction, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Watford Junction via Manchester Piccadilly and Milton Keynes Central in around 3h 11m.

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