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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Darlington is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £13 - £22 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Darlington is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Darlington?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Dolphin Centre via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Darlington via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Bolton to Darlington?

The distance between Bolton and Darlington is 127 miles. The road distance is 94.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Bolton to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Darlington bus from?

Bolton to Darlington bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shiffnall Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Darlington train from?

Bolton to Darlington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Darlington?

The best way to get from Bolton to Darlington is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Bolton to Darlington bus arrive?

Bolton to Darlington bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Bolton to Darlington train arrive?

Bolton to Darlington train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Darlington is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Bolton to Darlington.

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

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

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Bolton to Darlington - 4 ways to travel via train, line 37 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darlingtontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 2m
£44–82
Line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Darlingtonbus Uk073
5h 3m
£14–22
Line 37 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centrebus 177
4h 33m
£20–47
Drive 93.6 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Darlingtoncar 93.6 mi
2h 7m
£23–33

Bolton to Darlington by train

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Distance: 126.1 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Dolphin Centre via Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 33m.

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