What is the cheapest way to get from King's Cross Station to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from King's Cross Station to Bolton is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from King's Cross Station to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from King's Cross Station to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £70 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between King's Cross Station and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from King's Cross Station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between King's Cross Station and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from King's Cross Station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from London Euston and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from King's Cross Station to Bolton?

The distance between King's Cross Station and Bolton is 196 miles. The road distance is 198.4 miles.

How do I travel from King's Cross Station to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from King's Cross Station to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from King's Cross Station to Bolton?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from King's Cross Station to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the King's Cross Station to Bolton bus from?

King's Cross Station to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Where do I catch the King's Cross Station to Bolton train from?

King's Cross Station to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from King's Cross Station to Bolton?

The best way to get from King's Cross Station to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 6h 28m, you could also fly, which costs £75 - £320 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the King's Cross Station to Bolton bus arrive?

King's Cross Station to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the King's Cross Station to Bolton train arrive?

King's Cross Station to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from King's Cross Station to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between King's Cross Station to Bolton is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from King's Cross Station to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from King's Cross Station to Bolton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 57m
£70–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
6h 28m
£27–54
Drive 197.3 mi
1. Drive from King's Cross Station to Boltoncar 197.3 mi
3h 52m
£48–69
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 36m
£77–315
Bus via Bolton Interchange
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 50m
£28–54
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 39m
£222–385
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 33m
£109–243

King's Cross Station to Bolton by foot and train

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Distance: 194.4 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between King's Cross Station, England and Bolton, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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