How to get from Bolton to London
- 275 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 3h 22m
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bolton to London. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 49m by train, bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 275 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 25, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
275 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €90Omio catalogue, Sep 30 | 3h 22m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €26Reading date not recorded | 4h 49m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€90Omio catalogue, Sep 303h 22m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€26Reading date not recorded4h 49m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bolton to London: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bolton → ManchestertrainNorthern Rail·38m
- 2Manchester → London Borough of Camdenbus
FlixBus·3h 45m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 30
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusManchester-London Borough of CamdenBook →Avanti West CoastManchester-LondonBook →On this route you travel with Northern Rail, FlixBus, Avanti West Coast; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bolton to London works
Start with a Northern Rail train from Bolton to Manchester, about 38 min. Transfer in Manchester and continue by FlixBus bus on to London Borough of Camden (3h 45m). In total it's roughly €26 over 4h 49m, 1 transfer.
Bolton to London: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bolton to London?
The most useful route takes about 4h 49m by train, bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Bolton to London?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Bolton to London?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is London from Bolton?
About 275 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bolton to London cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €26. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Bolton to London?
On this route you travel with Northern Rail, FlixBus, Avanti West Coast.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to London?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Northern Rail, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026