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

The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Bolton is to line 125 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Bolton is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Church Street and arriving at Noel Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 41m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Bolton. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

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

The distance between Preston (Station) and Bolton is 20 miles. The road distance is 20.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

The train from Preston to Bolton takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Preston (Station) to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Church Street station.

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

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

Train or bus from Preston (Station) to Bolton?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Bolton is to train which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 50m.

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

Preston (Station) to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Noel Street station.

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

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

Can I drive from Preston (Station) to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston (Station) to Bolton is 20 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Preston (Station) to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Preston (Station) to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston (Station) to Bolton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
33 min
£5–12
Line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Noel Streetbus 125
1h 50m
£3
Drive 20.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston (Station) to Boltoncar 20.3 mi
32 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston (Station) to Boltontaxi 20.3 mi
32 min
£90–110

Preston (Station) to Bolton by train

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Bolton every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 33 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Church Street to Noel Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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