What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton is to line 559 bus which costs £2 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton in Makerfield and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Gerard Centre and arriving at University of Bolton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Ashton in Makerfield and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Garswood and arriving at Bolton via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton?

The distance between Ashton in Makerfield and Bolton is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton without a car is to line 559 bus which takes 51 min and costs £2.

How long does it take to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton?

The line 559 bus from The Gerard Centre to University of Bolton takes 51 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton bus from?

Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from The Gerard Centre station.

Where do I catch the Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton train from?

Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Garswood station.

Train or bus from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton?

The best way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton is to line 559 bus which takes 51 min and costs £2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £11 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton bus arrive?

Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at University of Bolton station.

Where does the Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton train arrive?

Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton is 15 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton?

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Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 559 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 559 bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Gerard Centre to University of Boltonbus 559
51 min
£2
Train
1. Take the train from Garswood to Wigan North Westerntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
55 min
£5–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton in Makerfield to Boltontaxi 14.8 mi
29 min
£30–40
Drive 14.8 mi
1. Drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Boltoncar 14.8 mi
29 min
£4–6
Line 610 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Road to Wigan Rail Stationsbus 610
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Boltontrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
1h 7m
£5–9

Ashton in Makerfield to Bolton by bus

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Ashton in Makerfield, England and Bolton, England?

Bee Network operates a bus from The Gerard Centre to University of Bolton hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Garswood to Bolton via Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate in around 55 min.

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