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

The cheapest way to get from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £29 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Merchants Quay and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Salford Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Salford Quays and arriving at Bolton via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton?

The distance between Salford Quays (Station) and Bolton is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton without a car is to tram and train which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton, including transfers.

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

Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Merchants Quay station.

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

Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Salford Quays station.

Where does the Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton bus arrive?

Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Salford Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton train arrive?

Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton is 13 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3664+ hotels available in Bolton.

Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Salford Quays to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Blue Line
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
36 min
£6–10
Drive 12.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salford Quays (Station) to Boltoncar 12.5 mi
18 min
£3–5
Line 53 bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Merchants Quay to Salford Shopping Centrebus 79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salford Shopping Centre to Bolton Interchangebus 8 / ...
58 min
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford Quays (Station) to Boltontaxi 12.5 mi
18 min
£29–35
Line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
1h 26m
£4

Salford Quays (Station) to Bolton by tram and train

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

You can take a bus from Merchants Quay to Bolton Interchange via Salford Shopping Centre in around 58 min.

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