What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bolton (Station) is to bus which costs £1 - £5 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bolton (Station) is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Bolton (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barton Arcade and arriving at Shiffnall Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Bolton (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Bolton. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

The distance between Manchester and Bolton (Station) is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Bolton (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bolton (Station) without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Bolton takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bolton (Station) bus from?

Manchester to Bolton (Station) bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Barton Arcade station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Bolton (Station) train from?

Manchester to Bolton (Station) train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

The best way to get from Manchester to Bolton (Station) is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £5 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Manchester to Bolton (Station) bus arrive?

Manchester to Bolton (Station) bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shiffnall Street station.

Where does the Manchester to Bolton (Station) train arrive?

Manchester to Bolton (Station) train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bolton (Station) is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Manchester to Bolton (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Bolton (Station)?

There are 3650+ hotels available in Bolton (Station).

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Bolton (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Bolton (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester to Bolton (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Bolton (Station) by train, bus, taxi, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
15 min
£3–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barton Arcade to Shiffnall Streetbus 8
57 min
£1–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Bolton (Station)taxi 12.7 mi
22 min
£30–40
Drive 12.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Bolton (Station)car 12.7 mi
22 min
£4–5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Boltonrideshare 12.2 mi
41 min
£16

Manchester to Bolton (Station) by train

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Distance: 10.5 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Bolton (Station), England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Bolton every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 15 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Barton Arcade to Shiffnall Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 57 min. National Express also services this route 3 times a day.

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