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Trip Overview

The train between Elgin and Bolton takes 7h 43m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Elgin 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.

7h 43m
Duration
406 mi
Distance
£173
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Elgin to Bolton train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Elgin and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 5:37 AM which arrives into Bolton at 1:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 7h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 44m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 43m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailTransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited7h 43m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Elgin 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: 406 mi
  • Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Bolton via Haymarket and Preston in around 7h 44m.

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