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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Birmingham is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Bolton to Birmingham?

The distance between Bolton and Birmingham is 93 miles. The road distance is 92.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Bolton to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Birmingham bus from?

Bolton to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Birmingham train from?

Bolton to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Bolton to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Bolton to Birmingham bus arrive?

Bolton to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bolton to Birmingham train arrive?

Bolton to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Birmingham is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Bolton to Birmingham.

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

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

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Bolton to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 15m
£32–73
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
3h 35m
£12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 424
3h 30m
£18–45
Drive 92 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Birminghamcar 92 mi
1h 43m
£23–33
Line 8 bus, bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk076 / ...
4h 43m
£12–19

Bolton to Birmingham by train

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 92.5 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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