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Trip Overview

The average train between Hemel Hempstead and Bolton takes 3h 22m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Hemel Hempstead 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 22m
Duration
169 mi
Distance
£68
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hemel Hempstead to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Hemel Hempstead and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 2:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Hemel Hempstead is at 9:57 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Milton Keynes Central and take an average of 3h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 9m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 55m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 7m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 8m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 58m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 51m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 55m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 24m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express3h 19m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited6h 42m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 1m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 55m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastTransPennine Express2h 55m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 169.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Hemel Hempstead to Bolton via Milton Keynes Central and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 25m.

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