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The average train between Handforth and Bolton takes 59 min and the fastest train takes 40 min. There is an hourly train service from Handforth 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.

59 min
Duration
21 mi
Distance
£8
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Handforth to Manchester Piccadillytrain train Crewe - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Boltontrain train Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
54 min
£6–13

Handforth to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Handforth and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Handforth is at 11:41 PM which arrives into Bolton at 12:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 59 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 19m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express59 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express58 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 35m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 5m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express57 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited51 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express57 min • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 5m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express57 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited51 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express57 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Handforth 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: 21.4 mi
  • Duration: 59 min

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

You can take a train from Handforth to Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 54 min.

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