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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Ainsdale is to line 575 bus and bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Ainsdale is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Ainsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Noel Street and arriving at Ainsdale Interchange via Bus Station and Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Ainsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Ainsdale. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Ainsdale via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Bolton to Ainsdale?

The distance between Bolton and Ainsdale is 30 miles. The road distance is 29.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Ainsdale without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £12 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Bolton to Ainsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Ainsdale bus from?

Bolton to Ainsdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Noel Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Ainsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Ainsdale?

The best way to get from Bolton to Ainsdale is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £9 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Bolton to Ainsdale bus arrive?

Bolton to Ainsdale bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bolton to Ainsdale train arrive?

Bolton to Ainsdale train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Ainsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Ainsdale is 30 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Bolton to Ainsdale.

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

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Where can I stay near Ainsdale?

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Bolton to Ainsdale - 5 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Southporttrain Manchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
1h 10m
£13–24
Line 575 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Wigan Bus Stationbus 575
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
3h 31m
£3–5
Line 125 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Bus Stationbus 125
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
3h 10m
£7–9
Drive 29.5 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Ainsdalecar 29.5 mi
55 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Ainsdaletaxi 29.5 mi
55 min
£60–75

Bolton to Ainsdale by train

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Distance: 30.2 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Southport hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Noel Street to Ainsdale Interchange via Bus Station and Duke Street in around 3h 10m.

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