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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
17 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Fast trains
To travel from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton you need to make at least 2 changes.
06:311h50
Garswood08:21Bolton
£191One-way
2 changes
07:311h49
Garswood09:20Bolton
£191One-way
2 changes
08:311h35
Garswood10:06Bolton
£351One-way
2 changes
09:311h34
Garswood11:05Bolton
£351One-way
2 changes
10:311h36
Garswood12:07Bolton
£351One-way
2 changes
08:021h31
Garswood09:33Bolton
£371One-way
2 changes
12:031h31
Garswood13:34Bolton
£371One-way
2 changes
09:311h34
Garswood11:05Bolton
£351One-way
2 changes
11:311h34
Garswood13:05Bolton
£351One-way
2 changes
12:311h34
Garswood14:05Bolton
£351One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 12:59
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:31 Garswood | 1h50 | 08:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 07:31 Garswood | 1h49 | 09:20 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 08:02 Garswood | 1h31 | 09:33 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 08:31 Garswood | 1h35 | 10:06 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 09:31 Garswood | 1h34 | 11:05 Bolton | 2 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton run on average 9 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 06:32 |
Last train 21:32 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Ashton-in-Makerfield and Bolton from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
£7
Northern Rail (3) frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 14m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Trains Limited frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton train
FAQs: Travel by train from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton.
The train distance from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton is 17 km.
To fully enjoy Bolton's attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to explore local highlights such as the Bolton Museum, Smithills Hall, and nearby nature spots.
The train journey from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 1h 14m. Trains run 9 per day.
The first train from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton leaves at 6:32.
The last train from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton departs at 21:32.
Trains from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton run approximately 9 times per day.
Booking trains from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton.
The cost of a train ticket from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £30.
There is no night train service from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton.
The cheapest way to get from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton is by train, costing approximately £13.
The train station in Ashton-in-Makerfield that goes to Bolton is Bryn (BYN), and it arrives at Bolton station (BON).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton.
Yes, you can take the train from Ashton-in-Makerfield to Bolton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ashton-in-Makerfield and Bolton
Ashton-in-Makerfield
Bolton
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bolton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:50 - 13:20 Saturday 07:50 - 14:20 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
3 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bromley Cross
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop opposite the Railway Pub.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms.
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Hall I' Th' Wood
- Onward travel information: On Crompton Way for buses to Bolton or Halliwell. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Crompton Way, under railway bridge (Nearside for Blackburn, Farside for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday,Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lostock
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up at the top of the station car park.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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