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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Bolton is to bus and line 37 bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Royal Well and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Bolton?

The distance between Cheltenham and Bolton is 138 miles. The road distance is 137.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Cheltenham to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bolton bus from?

Cheltenham to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Bolton?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Bolton is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Cheltenham to Bolton.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 49m
£59–89
Bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Shiffnall Streetbus 37
5h 29m
£21–35
Drive 136.7 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Boltoncar 136.7 mi
2h 23m
£34–49
Train, line 575 bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 575 / ...
4h 13m
£52–81

Cheltenham to Bolton by train

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Distance: 137.6 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Royal Well to Shiffnall Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 5h 29m.

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