The average train between Peterborough and Bolton takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 12:34 AM at night, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Bolton at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Bolton station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.
Peterborough to Bolton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Bolton train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Peterborough to Bolton train tickets online with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Peterborough and Bolton is 184.2 km. The road distance is 242 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Bolton via Doncaster and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 27m.