What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bolton is to line 111 bus and line 37 bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bolton is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Bolton?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Bolton is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.4 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Bolton without a car is to line 87 bus and train which takes 38 min and costs £4 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Bolton?

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Greater Manchester to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Bolton bus from?

Greater Manchester to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Horton Road station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Bolton bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Bolton is 15 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3650+ hotels available in Bolton.

Greater Manchester to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 87 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Bolton by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 87 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Chester Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
38 min
£5–10
Line 111 bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Horton Road to Piccadilly Gardensbus 111
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
1h 40m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Boltontaxi 15.3 mi
26 min
£35–45
Drive 15.3 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Boltoncar 15.3 mi
26 min
£4–6

Greater Manchester to Bolton by bus and train

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Distance: 12.6 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a bus from Horton Road to Bolton Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 40m.

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