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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Bolton is to bus and line 575 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Bolton is to train which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Southport and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Southport to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Duke Street and arriving at Noel Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southport and arriving at Bolton. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Southport to Bolton?

The distance between Southport and Bolton is 27 miles. The road distance is 29.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £20.

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

The train from Southport to Bolton takes 54 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Southport to Bolton bus from?

Southport to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Duke Street station.

Where do I catch the Southport to Bolton train from?

Southport to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.

Train or bus from Southport to Bolton?

The best way to get from Southport to Bolton is to train which takes 54 min and costs £10 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus and line 125 bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Southport to Bolton bus arrive?

Southport to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southport to Bolton train arrive?

Southport to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Southport to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Bolton is 29 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Southport to Bolton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Southport to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 125 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Southport to Bolton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southport to Boltontrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
54 min
£10–20
Bus, line 575 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Wigan Bus Stationbus 375 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 575
3h 7m
£4–5
Bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus Stationbus X2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 125
2h 36m
£6
Drive 29.1 mi
1. Drive from Southport to Boltoncar 29.1 mi
55 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southport to Boltontaxi 29.1 mi
55 min
£60–75

Southport to Bolton by train

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Distance: 26.7 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Southport to Bolton hourly. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Duke Street to Noel Street via Bus Station in around 2h 36m.

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