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Compare train, coach and flight for Reading to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a flight costs an average of £72.
Distance: 256 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£65 Average Price Cheapest | £89 Average Price | £131 Average Price |
10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reading to Bolton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Bolton coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 9:25 Reading | 9h45 | 19:10 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Bolton
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Buses from Reading to Bolton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £43 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 256 km distance in 9h 29m.
Distance 256 km |
Average bus duration 9h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 29m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Reading to Bolton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading to Bolton 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Bolton
Most Reading to Bolton buses use the Reading, Blagrave Street to Bolton, Interchange station pair, with some services arriving at Bolton, Astley Bridge. Use this guide to compare Reading and Bolton bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Reading station do buses to Bolton leave from?
Getting to Reading, Blagrave Street from Reading city centre
Reading, Blagrave Street bus station facilities and services
Reading, Blagrave Street has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading, Blagrave Street: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Bolton, Interchange from Bolton city centre
Getting to Bolton, Astley Bridge from Bolton city centre
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