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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Bolton is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Bolton via Rugby and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Northampton to Bolton?

The distance between Northampton and Bolton is 131 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Northampton to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Bolton bus from?

Northampton to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Bolton train from?

Northampton to Bolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Bolton?

The best way to get from Northampton to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Northampton to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Northampton to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Northampton to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Bolton is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Northampton to Bolton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 59m
£44–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bolton Interchangebus 540
5h 15m
£31–78
Drive 134.6 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Boltoncar 134.6 mi
2h 46m
£34–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Northampton to Watford Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 16m
£79–297
Train via Coventry
1. Take the train from Northampton to Coventrytrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 54m
£63–102

Northampton to Bolton by train

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Distance: 130.5 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Northampton, England and Bolton, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bolton Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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