The average train between Swansea and Bolton takes 4h 53m 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.
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 5:55 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Swansea station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Swansea to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.
Swansea to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Swansea to Bolton train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Swansea and Bolton is 240.9 km. The road distance is 362 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 17m.