What is the cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Bolton is to line 50 bus and line 8 bus which costs £4 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Bolton is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Old Trafford and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Old Trafford to Bolton. However, there are services departing from MediaCityUK and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Salford Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Old Trafford and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Wharfside and arriving at Bolton via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Old Trafford to Bolton?

The distance between Old Trafford and Bolton is 12 miles. The road distance is 13.4 miles.

How do I travel from Old Trafford to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Old Trafford to Bolton without a car is to tram and train which takes 40 min and costs £4 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Old Trafford to Bolton?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Old Trafford to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Bolton bus from?

Old Trafford to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from MediaCityUK station.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Bolton train from?

Old Trafford to Bolton train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Wharfside station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Bolton bus arrive?

Old Trafford to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Salford Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Bolton train arrive?

Old Trafford to Bolton train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Old Trafford to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Trafford to Bolton is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Old Trafford to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3567+ hotels available in Bolton.

Old Trafford to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 50 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Old Trafford to Bolton by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Wharfside to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Red Line
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
40 min
£5–8
Line 50 bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from MediaCityUK to Salford Shopping Centrebus 50 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salford Shopping Centre to Shiffnall Streetbus 8 / ...
1h 12m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Old Trafford to Boltontaxi 13.3 mi
20 min
£60–75
Drive 13.3 mi
1. Drive from Old Trafford to Boltoncar 13.3 mi
20 min
£4–5
Line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
1h 37m
£4

Old Trafford to Bolton by foot and bus

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Distance: 12.2 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Old Trafford, England and Bolton, England?

You can take a vehicle from Old Trafford to Shiffnall Street via MediaCityUK and Salford Shopping Centre in around 1h 12m.

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