The average train between Bracknell and Bolton takes 4h 57m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Bracknell to Bolton. 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 Bracknell and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 12:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Bracknell is at 7:51 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Reading and take an average of 4h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Bracknell to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bracknell station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.
Bracknell to Bolton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Reading station.
Bracknell to Bolton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bracknell to Bolton train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bracknell and Bolton is 266.8 km. The road distance is 324 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m.