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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Bolton is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Bolton is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £100 - £180.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Bolton via London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Dover to Bolton?

The distance between Dover and Bolton is 273 miles. The road distance is 280.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Dover to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Bolton train from?

Dover to Bolton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Where does the Dover to Bolton train arrive?

Dover to Bolton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Bolton is 280 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Dover to Bolton.

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

Book your Dover to Bolton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3592+ hotels available in Bolton.

Dover to Bolton - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Dover to Bolton by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 16m
£103–176
Drive 278.5 mi
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1. Drive from Dover to Boltoncar 278.5 mi
5h 5m
£69–100
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h
£111–332
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 23m
£133–211
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 22m
£255–460
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
6h 48m
£117–283
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 50m
£411–695

Dover to Bolton by train and foot

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 271.1 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Bolton via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 16m.

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