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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Bolton is to bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Bolton. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Bolton. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Bolton via London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Croydon to Bolton?

The distance between Croydon and Bolton is 209 miles. The road distance is 210.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Croydon to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Bolton bus from?

Croydon to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Bolton train from?

Croydon to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from Croydon to Bolton?

The best way to get from Croydon to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £400 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Croydon to Bolton bus arrive?

Croydon to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Croydon to Bolton train arrive?

Croydon to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Bolton is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Croydon to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Croydon to Bolton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Croydon to Bolton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 38m
£75–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
7h 14m
£27–47
Drive 209.2 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Boltoncar 209.2 mi
4h 16m
£52–75
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from East Croydon to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 52m
£81–294
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 424
9h 11m
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 40m
£217–391
Fly from London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
5h 13m
£65–191
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 26m
£109–268

Croydon to Bolton by train and foot

312Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.5 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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