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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bolton?

The distance between Cardiff and Bolton is 181 miles. The road distance is 179.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Cardiff to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bolton train from?

Cardiff to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or fly from Cardiff to Bolton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £45 - £210 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bolton is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3595+ hotels available in Bolton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Bolton by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 48m
£60–97
Drive 178.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Boltoncar 178.8 mi
3h 48m
£45–64
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
6h 3m
£47–210
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 541 / ...
5h 24m
£66–104
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane CWL - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 35m
£78–185

Cardiff to Bolton by train

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Bolton, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Aer Lingus, and KLM fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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