What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to line 37 bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to train which takes 21 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The distance between Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly Station is 11 miles. The road distance is 13.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £4 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus from?

Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station train from?

Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The best way to get from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to train which takes 21 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 540 bus, which costs £2 - £6 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus arrive?

Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station train arrive?

Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station is 14 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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Can I share a ride from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bolton and Manchester Piccadilly Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
21 min
£4–8
Line 540 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540
46 min
£2–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Stationtaxi 13.6 mi
23 min
£30–40
Drive 13.6 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Stationcar 13.6 mi
23 min
£4–5
Line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
1h 20m
£2
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Bolton to Manchesterrideshare 12.3 mi
49 min
£16

Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly Station by train

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Manchester Piccadilly Station, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 21 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £2–6 and the journey takes 40 min.

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