The average train between Inverness and Bolton takes 8h 25m and the fastest train takes 6h 39m. The train service runs several times per day from Inverness 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 5 times a day between Inverness and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Inverness is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Bolton at 7:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 8h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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7h 36m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Inverness station and arriving at Bolton station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
Inverness to Bolton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.
Inverness to Bolton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Inverness to Bolton train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Inverness and Bolton is 447.6 km. The road distance is 627 km.
You can take a train from Inverness to Bolton via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Preston in around 7h.