What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton is to bus and line 8 bus which costs £13 - £21 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International Airport and arriving at Bolton via Birmingham International and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton?

The distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Bolton is 101 miles. The road distance is 102.9 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton bus from?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton train from?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham International station.

Train or bus from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton?

The best way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton bus arrive?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton train arrive?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3666+ hotels available in Bolton.

Can I share a ride from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Bolton. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 9m
£39–76
Bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 8
4h 30m
£13–20
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Shiffnall Streetbus 37
4h 28m
£21–51
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Birmingham-BHX to Boltonrideshare 102.3 mi
1h 49m
Drive 102.3 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Boltoncar 102.3 mi
1h 49m
£25–36

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bolton by bus

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Distance: 100.9 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Birmingham Airport (BHX), England and Bolton, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Shiffnall Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 28m.

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