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The average train between Tamworth and Bolton takes 2h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Tamworth 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 29m
Duration
88 mi
Distance
£41
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Tamworth to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Tamworth and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tamworth is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Bolton at 7:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Stafford and take an average of 2h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 44m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 11m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 11m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited2h 11m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited1h 59m • 2 changes
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    West Midlands TrainsCross CountryNorthern Trains Limited1h 44m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Tamworth 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 Tamworth to Bolton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 87.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Tamworth to Bolton via Stafford and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 5m.

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