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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.

2h 43m
Duration
138 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Cheltenham to Bolton train times

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 6:40 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 40m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryTransPennine Express3h 2m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryTransPennine Express3h 2m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryTransPennine Express3h 2m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryTransPennine Express3h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 41m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham 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.

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  • Distance: 137.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 43m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h 19m.

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