The average train between Flint and Bolton takes 1h 40m and the fastest train takes 1h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Flint 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 Flint and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Flint is at 9:34 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:21 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Flint to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Flint station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.
Flint to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Flint station.
Flint to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.
Book your Flint to Bolton train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Flint and Bolton is 59.7 km. The road distance is 100 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Flint to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 16m.