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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Rugby is to line 8 bus and bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton station to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport The Station and arriving at Lawrence Sheriff Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Rugby via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Bolton to Rugby?

The distance between Bolton and Rugby is 112 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Bolton to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Rugby bus from?

Bolton to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Airport The Station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Rugby train from?

Bolton to Rugby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Rugby?

The best way to get from Bolton to Rugby is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 85 bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Bolton to Rugby bus arrive?

Bolton to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bolton to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Rugby is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Bolton to Rugby.

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

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Bolton to Rugby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 85 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2h 31m
£39–68
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 Coventrybus Uk980
6h 22m
£15–23
Bus, line 85 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Lawrence Sheriff Streetbus 85A / ...
5h 21m
£28–68
Drive 122.8 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Rugbycar 122.8 mi
2h 9m
£30–44

Bolton to Rugby by train

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 111.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Rugby via Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bolton to Lawrence Sheriff Street via Manchester Airport, Manchester Airport The Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 5h 21m.

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