What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Sowerby Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Wharf Street via Rochdale Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Sowerby Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Sowerby Bridge via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge?

The distance between Bolton and Sowerby Bridge is 39 miles. The road distance is 31.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £14 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Sowerby Bridge bus from?

Bolton to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shiffnall Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Sowerby Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge?

The best way to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £14 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 471 bus and line 587 bus, which costs and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Bolton to Sowerby Bridge bus arrive?

Bolton to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Rochdale Interchange station.

Where does the Bolton to Sowerby Bridge train arrive?

Bolton to Sowerby Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Sowerby Bridge is 31 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge?

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Bolton to Sowerby Bridge - 6 ways to travel via train, line 471 bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Victoriatrain Clitheroe - Rochdale / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Sowerby Bridgetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
1h 24m
£14–28
Drive 31 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Sowerby Bridgecar 31 mi
39 min
£8–11
Line 471 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale stationbus 471
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridgetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
2h 4m
£9–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Sowerby Bridgetaxi 31 mi
39 min
£75–95
Line 471 bus, line 587 bus
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Wharf Streetbus 587
2h 34m
Line 471 bus, line 590 bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Albert Roadbus 590
2h 45m

Bolton to Sowerby Bridge by train

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Sowerby Bridge, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Sowerby Bridge via Manchester Victoria in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Wharf Street via Rochdale Interchange in around 2h 34m.

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