The average train between Oxford and Bolton takes 3h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford 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 hourly between Oxford and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:09 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.
Oxford to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Oxford to Bolton train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Oxford and Bolton is 218.5 km. The road distance is 263 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m.