What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Bolton is to bus and line 8 bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Bolton Interchange. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Bolton?

The distance between Birmingham and Bolton is 93 miles. The road distance is 92.9 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Bolton?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Birmingham to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Bolton bus from?

Birmingham to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Bolton train from?

Birmingham to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Bolton?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Bolton is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Birmingham to Bolton bus arrive?

Birmingham to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Bolton is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Birmingham to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Bolton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Birmingham to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 8 bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 59m
£37–70
Bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Shiffnall Streetbus 8
3h 3m
£12–18
Drive 92.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Boltoncar 92.4 mi
1h 42m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bolton Interchangebus 424
3h 10m
£18–45
Bus, line 8 bus via Bolton Interchange
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 8
3h 40m
£13–19

Birmingham to Bolton by train

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Distance: 92.5 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newhall Street to Shiffnall Street via Shudehill Interchange in around 3h 3m.

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