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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Bolton is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £70 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Bolton. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Bolton?

The distance between Motherwell and Bolton is 200 miles. The road distance is 189.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £70 - £130.

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

The train from Motherwell to Bolton takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Bolton train from?

Motherwell to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or fly from Motherwell to Bolton?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £180 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Motherwell to Bolton train arrive?

Motherwell to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Bolton is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Motherwell to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3650+ hotels available in Bolton.

Motherwell to Bolton - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Motherwell to Bolton by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Boltontrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2h 40m
£70–130
Train via Preston
cheapest
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 52m
£41–125
Drive 188.8 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Boltoncar 188.8 mi
3h 11m
£46–67
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 29m
£59–172
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Terminalbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
5h 37m
£55–161
Fly Glasgow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Liverpool (LPL)plane GLA - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
5h 56m
£66–189

Motherwell to Bolton by train

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Distance: 198.4 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Bolton, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Motherwell to Bolton 5 times a day. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN) every 3 hours.

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