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Trip Overview

The average train between Swindon and Bolton takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 3h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Swindon 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.

3h 59m
Duration
181 mi
Distance
£90
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Swindon to Bolton train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Swindon and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Swindon is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Bolton at 10:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 49m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 50m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransPennine Express4h 24m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransPennine Express4h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransPennine Express4h 20m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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.

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  • Distance: 180.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Bolton via Cheltenham Spa and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 50m.

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