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The average train between Rainford and Bolton takes 58 min and the fastest train takes 55 min. There is a train service every few hours from Rainford 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.

58 min
Duration
16 mi
Distance
£7
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Rainford to Wigan Wallgatetrain train Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
  2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain train Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
1h 2m
£5–10

Rainford to Bolton train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Rainford and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rainford is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Bolton at 8:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 58 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited59 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited55 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited55 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited55 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited55 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited55 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited56 min • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rainford 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 Rainford to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 16.4 mi
  • Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Rainford, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Rainford to Bolton via Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 2m.

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