The average train between Rugby and Bolton takes 2h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 Rugby and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 11:12 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.
Rugby to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Rugby to Bolton train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Rugby and Bolton is 155.9 km. The road distance is 179 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 18m.