Train Tickets to Bolton
London to Bolton
2h 27m
Manchester to Bolton
12m
Birmingham to Bolton
2h 7m
Train travel to Bolton guide
Which train companies run trains to Bolton?
Northern is your reliable choice for frequent services to and from Bolton for destinations nationwide.
What are Bolton's opening hours?
For Bolton, the first train typically departs at 0:03 and the final train departs at 23:59, but be sure to check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.
Pick up & drop off at Bolton
Bolton offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.
Connectivity of the Bolton?
Trains to and from Bolton connect easily to popular destinations like Manchester, Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Oxford Road, Manchester Victoria and Preston (Lancs). Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.
Bolton Live Timetable
Our live timetable provides real-time information about train schedules and services for passengers traveling to and from Bolton. Check it now to plan your next journey.
Departures
Arrivals
| Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton to Carlisle | 18:11 | 4 | TransPennine Express | Cancelled |
| Bolton to Rochdale | 18:18 | 1 | Northern | Cancelled |
| Bolton to Manchester Airport | 18:21 | 3 | Northern | On time |
| Bolton to Blackpool North | 18:24 | 4 | Northern | Delayed |
| Bolton to Stalybridge | 18:25 | 3 | Northern | On time |
| Train | Time | Platform | Train Operator | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Central to Bolton | 15:08 | 2R | TransPennine Express | On time |
| Manchester Airport to Bolton | 17:30 | 3A | Northern | On time |
| Clitheroe to Bolton | 17:21 | 1 | Northern | Cancelled |
| Blackpool North to Bolton | 17:21 | 4 | Northern | On time |
| Manchester Airport to Bolton | 17:47 | 4A | Northern | Delayed |
Station Details
Address: Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Facilities
ATM
Bicycle rental
Bicycle parking
Sheltered storage
CCTV at storage area
Public Wi-Fi
Payphone
Cards and coins
Post box
Refreshments
Seating facilities
First class lounge
Seating area
Waiting room
Toilet
Tourist information office
Trolleys
Ticket Office
Ticket office open
Ticket machine
Use Oyster cards
Oyster top-up
Services
Bus service
Car park
Cabstand
Metro service
Customer help point
Staff
Accessible ticket machine
Ramp for train access
Accessible toilet
Wheelchairs
Customer support
Left luggage
Lost property
Currency exchange
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