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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Bolton is to bus and line 8 bus which costs £14 - £22 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Darlington to Bolton?

The distance between Darlington and Bolton is 123 miles. The road distance is 93.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Darlington to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Bolton bus from?

Darlington to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Bolton train from?

Darlington to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Bolton?

The best way to get from Darlington to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Darlington to Bolton bus arrive?

Darlington to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Bolton train arrive?

Darlington to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Bolton is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Darlington to Bolton.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Darlington to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Darlington to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 37 bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 21m
£44–76
Bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Shiffnall Streetbus 8
4h 3m
£14–22
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
3h 52m
£21–47
Drive 93.1 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Boltoncar 93.1 mi
2h 7m
£23–33
Train via Manchester Victoria
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 49m
£46–79

Darlington to Bolton by train

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Distance: 121.9 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Bolton Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens in around 3h 52m.

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