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The average train between Gloucester and Bolton takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Gloucester 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.

3h 36m
Duration
144 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Gloucester to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Gloucester and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gloucester is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Bolton at 7:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 12m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 15m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 6m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 3m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 19m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryTransPennine Express3h 53m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gloucester 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.

Map of how to get from Gloucester to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 144.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Gloucester, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Gloucester to Bolton via Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 18m.

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