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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Wales is to line 37 bus and bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Wales is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Wales. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Wales. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Bolton to Wales?

The distance between Bolton and Wales is 181 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Bolton to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bolton to Wales train from?

Bolton to Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Wales?

The best way to get from Bolton to Wales is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Bolton to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bolton to Wales train arrive?

Bolton to Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Wales is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Bolton to Wales.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Bolton to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, line 37 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 21m
£69–128
Line 37 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
6h 28m
£37–87
Drive 179.5 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Cardiffcar 179.5 mi
3h 49m
£44–64
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 59m
£88–158

Bolton to Wales by train

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Sophia Gardens via Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 28m.

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