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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Bolton is to bus and line 37 bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at Shiffnall Street via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Durham to Bolton?

The distance between Durham and Bolton is 146 miles. The road distance is 110.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Bolton without a car is to train and line 8 bus which takes 3h 8m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Durham to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Bolton bus from?

Durham to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sutton Street station.

Where does the Durham to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durham to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Bolton is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Durham to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3628+ hotels available in Bolton.

Durham to Bolton - 3 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and line 37 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Bolton by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 8 bus
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Victoria Rail Station to Bolton Interchangebus 8
3h 8m
£50–84
Bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Shiffnall Streetbus 37
4h 23m
£24–55
Drive 110 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Boltoncar 110 mi
2h 27m
£27–39

Durham to Bolton by train and bus

118Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.8 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Sutton Street to Shiffnall Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and St Peter's Square in around 4h 23m.

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