The average train between Cheltenham and Bolton takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham 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 every 3 hours between Cheltenham and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 5:40 PM which arrives into Bolton at 8:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Cheltenham to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Cheltenham to Bolton train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cheltenham and Bolton is 188.7 km. The road distance is 221 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 2h 19m.