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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby to Bolton is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkby to Bolton is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Kirkby Bus Station and arriving at Noel Street via Concourse and Wigan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkby and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkby to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane and arriving at Bolton via Hindley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Kirkby to Bolton?

The distance between Kirkby and Bolton is 21 miles. The road distance is 25.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkby to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £7 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Kirkby to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Bolton bus from?

Kirkby to Bolton bus services, operated by Preston Bus, depart from Kirkby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Bolton train from?

Kirkby to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane station.

Train or bus from Kirkby to Bolton?

The best way to get from Kirkby to Bolton is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 319 bus and line 375 bus and line 575 bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Kirkby to Bolton bus arrive?

Kirkby to Bolton bus services, operated by Preston Bus, arrive at Concourse station.

Where does the Kirkby to Bolton train arrive?

Kirkby to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hindley station.

Can I drive from Kirkby to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby to Bolton is 26 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Kirkby to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Hindleytrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn
2. Take the train from Hindley to Boltontrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
1h 7m
£8–15
Drive 25.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkby to Boltoncar 25.5 mi
39 min
£7–9
Line 319 bus, line 375 bus, line 575 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Concoursebus 319
2. Take the bus from Concourse to Wigan Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 575
2h 30m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkby to Boltontaxi 25.5 mi
39 min
£55–65
Line 319 bus, line 311 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Concoursebus 319
2. Take the bus from Concourse to Chapel Streetbus 311
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 125
2h 37m

Kirkby to Bolton by train

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Kirkby, Knowsley, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Bolton via Hindley in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Noel Street via Concourse and Wigan Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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