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

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Bolton is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Shropshire and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Shropshire station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bolton Interchange via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Shropshire and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Shropshire to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Shropshire to Bolton?

The distance between Shropshire and Bolton is 75 miles. The road distance is 77.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shropshire to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Shropshire to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Bolton bus from?

Shropshire to Bolton bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Bolton train from?

Shropshire to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shropshire to Bolton?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Shropshire to Bolton bus arrive?

Shropshire to Bolton bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at bus station.

Where does the Shropshire to Bolton train arrive?

Shropshire to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Shropshire to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Bolton is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Shropshire to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3645+ hotels available in Bolton.

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There are 3 ways to get from Shropshire to Bolton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2h 33m
£31–56
Drive 77.2 mi
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1. Drive from Shropshire to Boltoncar 77.2 mi
1h 38m
£19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus stationbus 64
2. Take the bus from bus station to Bolton Interchangebus 424
4h 35m

Shropshire to Bolton by bus and train

108Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.4 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bolton via The Gateway, Shrewsbury, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchange via bus station in around 4h 35m.

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