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Trip Overview

The average train between Croydon and Bolton takes 3h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Croydon 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.

3h 31m
Duration
208 mi
Distance
£88
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Croydon to Bolton train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Croydon and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 1:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Croydon is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 3h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 26m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 27m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 33m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express10h 32m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 32m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 21m • 2 changes
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    ThameslinkAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Croydon 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: 207.5 mi
  • Duration: 3h 31m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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