What is the cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bolton is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Colwyn Bay and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Colwyn Bay to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Colwyn Bay and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Colwyn Bay to Bolton?

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Bolton is 91 miles. The road distance is 75.3 miles.

How do I travel from Colwyn Bay to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Colwyn Bay to Bolton?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Colwyn Bay to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colwyn Bay to Bolton train from?

Colwyn Bay to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Colwyn Bay station.

Where does the Colwyn Bay to Bolton train arrive?

Colwyn Bay to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Colwyn Bay to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Colwyn Bay to Bolton is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Colwyn Bay to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Colwyn Bay to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3630+ hotels available in Bolton.

Colwyn Bay to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 575 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 9m
£35–62
Drive 74.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colwyn Bay to Boltoncar 74.9 mi
1h 33m
£19–27
Train, line 575 bus
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 575 / ...
2h 58m
£29–48
Train, line 575 bus via Liverpool
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
3. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 575 / ...
3h 54m
£36–61

Colwyn Bay to Bolton by train

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2h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90.2 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Colwyn Bay, Wales and Bolton, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Colwyn Bay to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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