The average train between Torquay and Bolton takes 6h 30m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Torquay 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 hourly between Torquay and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 12:02 AM at night, and the last departure from Torquay is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Bolton at 7:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton Abbot and take an average of 6h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 20m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Torquay 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.
No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Torquay station and arriving at Bolton station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.
Torquay to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.
Torquay to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Torquay to Bolton train tickets online with Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Torquay and Bolton is 355 km. The road distance is 459 km.
You can take a train from Paignton to Bolton via Newton Abbot, Birmingham New Street, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 8m.