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The average train between Harwich and Bolton takes 5h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich 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.

5h 15m
Duration
267 mi
Distance
£122
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via London

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  1. Take the train from Manningtree to London Liverpool Streettrain train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
  2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain train London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 47m
£98–162

Harwich to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Harwich and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Bolton at 12:42 PM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 5h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 37m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 41m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited10h 27m • 4 changes

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 41m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 27m • 4 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express4h 45m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express4h 45m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express4h 47m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express4h 47m • 4 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 29m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 28m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express5h 10m • 4 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 29m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 28m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 49m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaLondon Underground (Tube)Avanti West CoastTransPennine Express5h 10m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Harwich 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: 267 mi
  • Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Bolton via Manningtree, London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 47m.

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