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Trip Overview

The average train between Swansea and Bolton takes 4h 54m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Swansea 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.

4h 54m
Duration
225 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Swansea to Bolton train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Swansea and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swansea is at 5:37 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited4h 55m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 54m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited4h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 54m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited4h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 54m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited4h 58m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 58m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 41m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 25m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express5h 12m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express5h 10m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express5h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 54m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesTransPennine Express4h 43m • 1 change
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    Transport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited4h 58m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Swansea 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 Swansea to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 225.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Bolton, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 4h 17m.

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