The average train between Ghent and Bolton takes 7h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 29m. 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 8:37 PM which arrives into Bolton at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Lille Flandres and take an average of 7h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 16m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Ghent 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.
No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Lille Flandres station and London St Pancras Intl station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.
Ghent to Bolton train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
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The distance between Ghent and Bolton is 503.8 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Bolton via Lille Flandres, Lille Europe, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 35m.