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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Clifton is to line 125 bus and line 61 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Clifton is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Clifton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Noel Street and arriving at Silver Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Clifton?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Clifton. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Kirkham & Wesham via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Bolton to Clifton?

The distance between Bolton and Clifton is 32 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Clifton without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £14 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Bolton to Clifton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Clifton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bolton to Clifton train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Clifton?

The best way to get from Bolton to Clifton is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £14 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus and line 61 bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Bolton to Clifton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bolton to Clifton train arrive?

Bolton to Clifton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Kirkham & Wesham station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Clifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Clifton is 25 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Bolton to Clifton.

Where can I stay near Clifton?

There are 2165+ hotels available in Clifton.

Bolton to Clifton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, and line 61 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Clifton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Kirkham & Weshamtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 8m
£14–23
Line 125 bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Bus Stationbus 125
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Silver Streetbus 61
2h 12m
£6
Drive 24.4 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Cliftoncar 24.4 mi
38 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Cliftontaxi 24.4 mi
38 min
£50–65

Bolton to Clifton by train and bus

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1h 8mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.4 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Clifton, Lancashire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Kirkham & Wesham hourly. Tickets cost £11–20 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Noel Street to Silver Street via Bus Station in around 2h 12m.

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