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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Bolton is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Bolton is to train and fly which takes 3h 24m and costs £90 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Bolton?

The distance between Bournemouth and Bolton is 267 miles. The road distance is 235.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £140 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Bournemouth to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bolton bus from?

Bournemouth to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bolton train from?

Bournemouth to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Bolton?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bolton is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £140 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bolton bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bolton train arrive?

Bournemouth to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Bolton is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Bournemouth to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
5h 15m
£141–200
Drive 234.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Boltoncar 234.1 mi
4h 28m
£57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
8h 43m
£59–145
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 24m
£91–205
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 35m
£75–298

Bournemouth to Bolton by train

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Distance: 265.8 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–200 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Shiffnall Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 8h 43m.

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