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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Bolton is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Bolton is to train and fly which takes 3h 47m and costs £85 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Bolton. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Shiffnall Street via London Heathrow Airport, Newhall Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Bolton via Waterloo station, London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Bolton?

The distance between Portsmouth and Bolton is 271 miles. The road distance is 239.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Bolton without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Portsmouth to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Bolton bus from?

Portsmouth to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Bolton train from?

Portsmouth to Bolton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Bolton?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Bolton is to train via London which takes 4h 40m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Bolton bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Bolton train arrive?

Portsmouth to Bolton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Bolton is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Portsmouth to Bolton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to London Waterlootrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 40m
£101–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
8h 32m
£37–70
Drive 237.7 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Boltoncar 237.7 mi
4h 20m
£58–84
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Eastleightrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 47m
£87–197
Train
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Winchestertrain Portsmouth Harbour - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 12m
£126–204
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 30m
£122–226
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 35m
£82–301

Portsmouth to Bolton by train and subway

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Distance: 269 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bolton via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Shiffnall Street via London Heathrow Airport, Newhall Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 8h 32m.

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