The average train between Stafford and Bolton takes 1h 26m and the fastest train takes 1h 15m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Stafford 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 every 30 minutes between Stafford and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.
Stafford to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bolton station.
Book your Stafford to Bolton train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Stafford and Bolton is 89.1 km. The road distance is 104 km.
You can take a train from Stafford to Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 27m.