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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Doncaster is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Doncaster is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Doncaster via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Bolton to Doncaster?

The distance between Bolton and Doncaster is 72 miles. The road distance is 66.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Bolton to Doncaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Doncaster bus from?

Bolton to Doncaster bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Doncaster train from?

Bolton to Doncaster train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Bolton to Doncaster is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 8 bus and bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Bolton to Doncaster bus arrive?

Bolton to Doncaster bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Bolton to Doncaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Doncaster is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Bolton to Doncaster.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

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Bolton to Doncaster - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 29m
£25–48
Drive 65.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Doncastercar 65.8 mi
1h 25m
£16–24
Line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
5h 3m
Line 471 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale stationbus 471
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain
3h 27m
£27–54

Bolton to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 71.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 5h 3m.

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