What is the cheapest way to get from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton is to line 540 bus which costs £2 - £7 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn (Station) and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Bolton Interchange. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn (Station) and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackburn and arriving at Bolton. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

The distance between Blackburn (Station) and Bolton is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.9 miles.

How do I travel from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

The train from Blackburn to Bolton takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Blackburn (Station) to Bolton bus from?

Blackburn (Station) to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn (Station) to Bolton train from?

Blackburn (Station) to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Train or bus from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

The best way to get from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton is to train which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 540 bus, which costs £2 - £7 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Blackburn (Station) to Bolton bus arrive?

Blackburn (Station) to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Blackburn (Station) to Bolton train arrive?

Blackburn (Station) to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn (Station) to Bolton is 13 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3664+ hotels available in Bolton.

Can I share a ride from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton?

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

Blackburn (Station) to Bolton - 7 ways to travel via train, and line 540 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Blackburn (Station) to Bolton by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Boltontrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
29 min
£5–10
Line 540 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 540
48 min
£2–7
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Blackburn to Boltonrideshare 14 mi
45 min
£5
Line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Prospect Streetbus 1
49 min
Line 1 bus via Prince Street
1. Take the bus from Darwen Street to Prince Streetbus 1
54 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackburn (Station) to Boltontaxi 12.8 mi
26 min
£29–35
Drive 12.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn (Station) to Boltoncar 12.8 mi
26 min
£4–5

Blackburn (Station) to Bolton by train

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Distance: 13.6 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Blackburn (Station), England and Bolton, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackburn to Bolton hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £2–7 and the journey takes 45 min.

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