The average train between Doncaster and Bolton takes 2h 6m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Doncaster 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 Doncaster and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Doncaster is at 9:42 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Doncaster station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.
Doncaster to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Doncaster station.
Doncaster to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Doncaster to Bolton train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Doncaster and Bolton is 86.3 km. The road distance is 115 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Doncaster to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 1h 26m.