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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Bolton is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Stafford and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Stafford station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent rail station and arriving at Bolton Interchange via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Stafford to Bolton?

The distance between Stafford and Bolton is 65 miles. The road distance is 65.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from Stafford to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Bolton bus from?

Stafford to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from bus station.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Bolton train from?

Stafford to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stafford station.

Train or bus from Stafford to Bolton?

The best way to get from Stafford to Bolton is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Stafford to Bolton bus arrive?

Stafford to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Stafford to Bolton train arrive?

Stafford to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Stafford to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Bolton is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Stafford to Bolton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 27m
£23–49
Bus
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1. Take the bus from bus station to Bolton Interchangebus 424
3h 10m
£14–37
Drive 65 mi
1. Drive from Stafford to Boltoncar 65 mi
1h 14m
£16–23

Stafford to Bolton by train

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.5 mi
Duration: 1h 27m

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

You can take a train from Stafford to Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from bus station to Bolton Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £9–24 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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