What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton Interchange to Manchester is to line 8 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Bolton Interchange to Manchester is to train which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton Interchange and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Quay Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton Interchange and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

The distance between Bolton Interchange and Manchester is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton Interchange to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton Interchange to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

The train from Bolton to Manchester Oxford Road takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bolton Interchange to Manchester bus from?

Bolton Interchange to Manchester bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton Interchange to Manchester train from?

Bolton Interchange to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

The best way to get from Bolton Interchange to Manchester is to train which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Bolton Interchange to Manchester bus arrive?

Bolton Interchange to Manchester bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Victoria Rail Station.

Where does the Bolton Interchange to Manchester train arrive?

Bolton Interchange to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton Interchange to Manchester is 13 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Bolton Interchange to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

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Can I share a ride from Bolton Interchange to Manchester?

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

Bolton Interchange to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 8 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Bolton Interchange to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
21 min
£3–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Victoria Rail Stationbus 8
1h 9m
£1–6
Line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Quay Streetbus 8 / ...
1h 8m
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bolton to Manchesterrideshare 12.3 mi
38 min
£16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton Interchange to Manchestertaxi 12.7 mi
21 min
£30–40
Drive 12.7 mi
1. Drive from Bolton Interchange to Manchestercar 12.7 mi
21 min
£4–5

Bolton Interchange to Manchester by foot and train

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Bolton Interchange, England and Manchester, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Manchester Oxford Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 17 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Shiffnall Street to Quay Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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