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

The cheapest way to get from Walsall to Bolton is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walsall to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Walsall and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hatherton Street and arriving at Bolton Interchange. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Walsall and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Walsall to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Darlaston and arriving at Bolton via Stafford and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Walsall to Bolton?

The distance between Walsall and Bolton is 85 miles. The road distance is 83.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walsall to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £26 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Walsall to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Bolton bus from?

Walsall to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hatherton Street station.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Bolton train from?

Walsall to Bolton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Darlaston station.

Train or bus from Walsall to Bolton?

The best way to get from Walsall to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Walsall to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Walsall to Bolton train arrive?

Walsall to Bolton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Walsall to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Walsall to Bolton is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Walsall to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlaston to Staffordtrain Birmingham New Street - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 9m
£27–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hatherton Street to Bolton Interchangebus 424
2h 45m
£13–23
Drive 83.2 mi
1. Drive from Walsall to Boltoncar 83.2 mi
1h 31m
£21–30

Walsall to Bolton by train

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Distance: 84.1 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Darlaston to Bolton via Stafford and Manchester Piccadilly in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Hatherton Street to Bolton Interchange twice daily. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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