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

The cheapest way to get from London to Bolton is to bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange which costs £22 - £35 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between London and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Bolton Interchange. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between London and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from London to Bolton. However, there are services departing from London Euston and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from London to Bolton?

The distance between London and Bolton is 195 miles. The road distance is 199.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from London to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Bolton bus from?

London to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Bolton train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from London to Bolton?

The best way to get from London to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 5h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £290 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the London to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the London to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Bolton is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from London to Bolton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 42m
£68–114
Bus via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
6h 3m
£23–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bolton Interchangebus 424 / ...
5h 40m
£35–95
Drive 198.5 mi
1. Drive from London to Boltoncar 198.5 mi
3h 56m
£49–71
Fly from London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2h 54m
£73–287
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 15m
£23–35
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
3h 50m
£107–261

London to Bolton by train

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.7 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between London, 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 London Victoria to Bolton Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £35–95 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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