The cheapest and fastest coaches from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
46 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
Of the 7 buses that leave Manchester Airport for Bolton station (BON) every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 25 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NT091700
NT091900
NT091800
TP000500+
L09652
NT091600
NT091700
NT091900
NT091800
NT091600
NX424Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 25 km
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX424 | 05:45 Manchester, Airport | 0h50 | 06:35 Bolton, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NT091600 | 08:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 09:00 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
NT091700 | 09:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 10:00 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
NT091800 | 10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 11:00 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
NT091900 | 11:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h45 | 12:00 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
TP000500+ L09652 | On time 12:50 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h13 | 14:03 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
NX540 | 17:35 Manchester, Airport | 1h15 | 18:50 Bolton, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON).
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON).
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)
Buses from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:45, the last at 17:35. The fastest coach covers the 25 km distance in 45m.
Distance 25 km |
Average bus duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 05:45 |
Last bus 17:35 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)You can travel by bus between Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bolton station (BON), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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