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Trip Overview

The average train between Cambridge and Bolton takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge 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.

4h 4m
Duration
250 mi
Distance
£111
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain train Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
  2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain train London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 2m
£90–152

Cambridge to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Cambridge and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Bolton at 9:07 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 39m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express5h 11m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express5h 2m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 24m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express4h • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 55m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes

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    Great NorthernAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 55m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Bolton? 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 Cambridge to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 249.9 mi
  • Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Bolton via King's Cross, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 2m.

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