What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs £70 - £290.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington Station and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington Station station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Golders Green Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington Station and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington Station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from London Euston and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from London Paddington Station to Bolton?

The distance between London Paddington Station and Bolton is 197 miles. The road distance is 197.6 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington Station to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington Station to Bolton bus from?

London Paddington Station to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Golders Green Station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington Station to Bolton train from?

London Paddington Station to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from London Paddington Station to Bolton?

The best way to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £290 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the London Paddington Station to Bolton bus arrive?

London Paddington Station to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the London Paddington Station to Bolton train arrive?

London Paddington Station to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from London Paddington Station to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington Station to Bolton is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from London Paddington Station to Bolton.

How do I get a bus ticket from London Paddington Station to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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London Paddington Station to Bolton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from London Paddington Station to Bolton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 24m
£71–121
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 5m
£27–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Bolton Interchangebus 540
6h 35m
£36–92
Drive 196.4 mi
1. Drive from London Paddington Station to Boltoncar 196.4 mi
3h 49m
£48–69
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2h 54m
£72–287
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
5h 37m
£225–397

London Paddington Station to Bolton by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 196.2 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between London Paddington 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, National Express operates a bus from Golders Green Station to Bolton Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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