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Trip Overview

The average train between Shrewsbury and Bolton takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Shrewsbury 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.

2h 1m
Duration
74 mi
Distance
£29
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Shrewsbury to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Shrewsbury and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shrewsbury is at 10:27 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 49m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 47m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 45m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 54m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 47m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 47m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 43m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 47m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 48m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited2h 13m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 45m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 49m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 47m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 45m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express1h 43m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 74.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 46m.

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