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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Bolton is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Bolton is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunfermline station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Shiffnall Street via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Bolton via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Bolton?

The distance between Dunfermline and Bolton is 226 miles. The road distance is 215.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Dunfermline to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Bolton bus from?

Dunfermline to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from North Approach Road station.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Bolton train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Dunfermline to Bolton?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Bolton is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 17m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £180 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Bolton bus arrive?

Dunfermline to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Dunfermline to Bolton train arrive?

Dunfermline to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Bolton is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Dunfermline to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Boltontrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport
4h 19m
£77–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 17m
£34–57
Drive 214.6 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Boltoncar 214.6 mi
3h 47m
£53–76
Fly to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
5h 8m
£62–174
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 22m
£79–146
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
5h 34m
£78–202
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 55m
£81–187

Dunfermline to Bolton by train

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Distance: 224.4 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Bolton every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Shiffnall Street via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 17m.

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