What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Greater Manchester is to line 37 bus and line 111 bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Greater Manchester is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Horton Road via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Bolton to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Bolton and Greater Manchester is 12 miles. The road distance is 15.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Greater Manchester without a car is to train and line 143 bus which takes 26 min and costs £5 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 26 min to get from Bolton to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where does the Bolton to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Greater Manchester is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Bolton to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3610+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Bolton to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 143 bus

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

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Train, line 143 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to St Mary'sbus 42A / ...
26 min
£5–8
Line 37 bus, line 111 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Horton Roadbus 111
1h 41m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Greater Manchestertaxi 15.4 mi
26 min
£70–90
Drive 15.4 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Greater Manchestercar 15.4 mi
26 min
£4–6

Bolton to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Greater Manchester, England?

You can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Horton Road via Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 41m.

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