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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Accrington is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Accrington is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Accrington station. However, there are services departing from Prince Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Accrington via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Bolton to Accrington?

The distance between Bolton and Accrington is 19 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £5 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Bolton to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Accrington bus from?

Bolton to Accrington bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Prince Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Accrington train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Accrington?

The best way to get from Bolton to Accrington is to train which takes 54 min and costs £5 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Bolton to Accrington bus arrive?

Bolton to Accrington bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Bolton to Accrington train arrive?

Bolton to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackburn station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Accrington is 16 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Bolton to Accrington.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Accrington?

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Bolton to Accrington - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Bolton to Accrington by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Blackburntrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Accringtontrain Blackpool North - York / ...
54 min
£6–12
Drive 15.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bolton to Accringtoncar 15.9 mi
31 min
£4–6
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Prince Street to Arrival Standbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
1h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Accringtontaxi 15.9 mi
31 min
£70–90
Line 1 bus, line 6 bus
1. Take the bus from Prince Street to Arrival Standbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Castle Hotelbus 6
1h 43m

Bolton to Accrington by train

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Distance: 18.8 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Accrington via Blackburn in around 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Prince Street to Bus Station via Arrival Stand and Bus Station in around 1h 28m.

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