How to get from London to Bolton
- 275 km as the crow flies
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We compared the ways to travel from London to Bolton. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 55m by train, 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
London to Bolton: 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.
- 1London → ManchestertrainAvanti West Coast·1h 56m
- 2Manchester → BoltontrainNorthern Rail·34m
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
On this route you travel with Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from London to Bolton works
Start with a Avanti West Coast train from London to Manchester, about 1h 56m. Transfer in Manchester and continue by Northern Rail train on to Bolton (34 min). In total it's roughly €40 over 2h 55m, 1 transfer.
London to Bolton: common questions
How long does it take to get from London to Bolton?
The most useful route takes about 2h 55m by train, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from London to Bolton?
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.
How far is Bolton from London?
About 275 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does London to Bolton cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €40. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run London to Bolton?
On this route you travel with Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail.
What is the cheapest way to get from London to Bolton?
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: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026