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

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Bolton is to train which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Bolton is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Bolton via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Dundee to Bolton?

The distance between Dundee and Bolton is 270 miles. The road distance is 254.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dundee to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £60 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Dundee to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Bolton train from?

Dundee to Bolton train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Dundee station.

Where does the Dundee to Bolton train arrive?

Dundee to Bolton train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Bolton is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Dundee to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3595+ hotels available in Bolton.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Dundee to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
5h 4m
£61–88
Drive 252.8 mi
1. Drive from Dundee to Boltoncar 252.8 mi
4h 28m
£63–90
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
5h 56m
£87–196
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 14m
£79–149
Train via Edinburgh #2
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Boltontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 22m
£73–137
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
6h 29m
£98–241
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dundee to Aberdeentrain
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
5h 28m
£101–265
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Gatewaytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 48m
£91–210

Dundee to Bolton by train

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Distance: 268.2 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Bolton, England?

Caledonian Sleeper operates a train from Dundee to Preston once a week. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 4h 19m.

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