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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Bolton is to bus and line 37 bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Arle Court Tpt Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Bolton via Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Bolton?

The distance between Gloucester and Bolton is 145 miles. The road distance is 141.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Gloucester to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Bolton bus from?

Gloucester to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Bolton train from?

Gloucester to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Bolton?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Gloucester to Bolton bus arrive?

Gloucester to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Bolton train arrive?

Gloucester to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Bolton is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Gloucester to Bolton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 18m
£53–96
Bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Shiffnall Streetbus 37
6h 40m
£25–42
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Boltoncar 140.4 mi
2h 28m
£35–51
Line 33 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Cantilupe Roadbus 33 / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 46m
£44–78

Gloucester to Bolton by train

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Distance: 144.2 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Bolton via Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Shiffnall Street via Arle Court Tpt Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 40m.

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