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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Accrington is to line 540 bus which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h.

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 £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Accrington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

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 55 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 55 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 55 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 National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange 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 55 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 540 bus, which costs £3 - £9 and takes 1h.

Where does the Bolton to Accrington bus arrive?

Bolton to Accrington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus 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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Bolton to Accrington - 6 ways to travel via train, line 540 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 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 Preston - Colne / ...
55 min
£7–13
Line 540 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Bus Stationbus 540
1h
£3–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Accringtontaxi 15.9 mi
31 min
£35–45
Drive 15.9 mi
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
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: 55 min

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Accrington via Blackburn in around 55 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £3–9 and the journey takes 1h.

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