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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucestershire to Bolton is to bus and line 8 bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucestershire to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucestershire and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucestershire to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Toby Carvery and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucestershire and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucestershire 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 4h 29m.

How far is it from Gloucestershire to Bolton?

The distance between Gloucestershire and Bolton is 149 miles. The road distance is 142.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucestershire to Bolton without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 29m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Gloucestershire to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucestershire to Bolton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Gloucestershire to Bolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucestershire to Bolton?

The best way to get from Gloucestershire to Bolton is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 29m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Gloucestershire to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gloucestershire to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucestershire to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucestershire to Bolton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Gloucestershire to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3663+ hotels available in Bolton.

Gloucestershire to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 37 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Gloucestershire to Bolton by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
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 / ...
4h 29m
£65–116
Bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 8
6h 56m
£20–32
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Shiffnall Streetbus 37
6h 45m
£33–77
Drive 141.7 mi
1. Drive from Gloucestershire to Boltoncar 141.7 mi
2h 26m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 30m
£74–114

Gloucestershire to Bolton by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Simpson's Orchard to Bolton via Clarence Street Set Down, Gloucester, Birmingham New Street, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Toby Carvery to Shiffnall Street via Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 45m.

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