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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Bolton is to bus via Birmingham which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Bolton is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Sophia Gardens and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Swansea to Bolton?

The distance between Swansea and Bolton is 226 miles. The road distance is 181.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Swansea to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bolton bus from?

Swansea to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Bolton?

The best way to get from Swansea to Bolton is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Swansea to Bolton bus arrive?

Swansea to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swansea to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Bolton is 181 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Swansea to Bolton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 48m
£90–152
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 42m
£30–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
7h 33m
£45–106
Drive 180.1 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Boltoncar 180.1 mi
4h 2m
£44–64
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 48m
£87–166

Swansea to Bolton by train

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Distance: 225.1 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Bolton, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Shiffnall Street via Sophia Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 7h 33m.

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