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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Northampton is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Coach Park via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Northampton via Manchester Piccadilly and Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Bolton to Northampton?

The distance between Bolton and Northampton is 131 miles. The road distance is 142.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Bolton to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Northampton bus from?

Bolton to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Northampton train from?

Bolton to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Northampton?

The best way to get from Bolton to Northampton is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Bolton to Northampton bus arrive?

Bolton to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Bolton to Northampton train arrive?

Bolton to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Rugby station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Northampton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Bolton to Northampton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
3h 8m
£45–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540
5h 25m
£31–75
Drive 142 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Northamptoncar 142 mi
2h 32m
£35–50
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Watford Junction to Northamptontrain
4h 53m
£79–300
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
5h 52m
£51–86

Bolton to Northampton by train

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Distance: 130.5 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Milton Keynes Coachway 3 times a day. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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