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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Bolton is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Bolton is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Center Parcs Whinfell Forest via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Bolton?

The distance between Glasgow and Bolton is 129 miles. The road distance is 123.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £65 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Glasgow to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Bolton bus from?

Glasgow to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Bolton train from?

Glasgow to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Bolton?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Bolton is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £65 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Glasgow to Bolton bus arrive?

Glasgow to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Glasgow to Bolton train arrive?

Glasgow to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Bolton is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Glasgow to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 873+ hotels available in Bolton.

Glasgow to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Glasgow to Bolton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
1h 37m
£66–100
Drive 123 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glasgow to Boltoncar 123 mi
2h 8m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 595 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Center Parcs Whinfell Forestbus 104
3h 32m
£40–70
Bus via Carlisle
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from La Mexxaluna to Center Parcs Whinfell Forestbus 104
3h 36m
£33–45

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Distance: 128.7 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Glasgow, Scotland and Bolton, Cumbria, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 24m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bolton via Bus Station and Center Parcs Whinfell Forest in around 3h 32m.

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