The train between Plymouth and Bolton takes 5h 42m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Plymouth 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 twice a week between Plymouth and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 12:00 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 1:00 PM which arrives into Bolton at 6:42 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
Plymouth to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Plymouth to Bolton train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Plymouth and Bolton is 375.8 km. The road distance is 497 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly 4 times a week. Tickets cost £160–230 and the journey takes 5h 2m.