The average train between Ghent and Bolton takes 7h 22m and the fastest train takes 6h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent 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 every 4 hours between Ghent and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Roubaix and take an average of 7h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Bolton station via Roubaix. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.
Ghent to Bolton train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Bolton train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Ghent to Bolton train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Ilévia and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ghent and Bolton is 503.8 km. The road distance is 652 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bolton via Roubaix, Gare Jean Lebas, Lille Europe, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 33m.