Birmingham to Bolton train
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Train schedule Birmingham to Bolton
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Fastest train times from Birmingham to Bolton
Fastest Journey
2 h 18 m
Average
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
128 km
Of the 3 trains that leave Birmingham for Bolton every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Birmingham to Bolton
 | Distance | 79 miles |
 | Average train duration | 4 h 19 min |
 | Average train ticket price | £47 (€53) |
 | Train frequency | 34 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train companies | Northern Rail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast or London Midland |
Trains from Birmingham to Bolton cover the 79 miles long route taking on average 4 h 19 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast or London Midland. Normally, there are 34 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £47, but the average price of train tickets is £47. Travellers depart most frequently from Birmingham New Street and arrive in Bolton.
Train providers: First TransPennine Express 3, CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) trains Birmingham to Bolton
Find the best trains to Bolton from Birmingham with Omio's travel partners First TransPennine Express 3, CrossCountry and Northern Rail (3) from £47. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.
Find cheap tickets for First TransPennine Express 3 trains from Birmingham to Bolton on Omio. Omio can help you find the best train deals and prices all in one place by showing you the most up-to-date Birmingham to Bolton train timetable from First TransPennine Express 3, the latest train ticket offers available and other travel information for the 79 miles (127 km) route between Birmingham and Bolton, including information on luggage policy and amenities offered onboard depending on the class fare you pick and choose. If you search for trains from Birmingham to Bolton in the Omio app, you can check to see if the First TransPennine Express 3 trains available are mobile tickets, which makes it even more convenient for you to go paperless when travelling. Check the First TransPennine Express 3 train timetable for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route available to get to Bolton from Birmingham and then book a cheap train with ease. Sit back and enjoy your upcoming train from Birmingham to Bolton with First TransPennine Express 3!
Birmingham to Bolton train information with First TransPennine Express 3:
- Average Duration: 1 h 53 min
- First TransPennine Express 3 frequency: 5 a day
CrossCountry is a fast speed train company in the United Kingdom and for your next train between Birmingham and Bolton you can choose between Standard Class and First Class tickets on Omio.
Omio helps you compare and book the perfect train with CrossCountry between Birmingham and Bolton for a smooth and relaxing journey. Check the latest CrossCountry train timetables for the ideal departure and arrival times, take a look at the travel information for the Birmingham to Bolton train with CrossCountry (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), compare the best connections for your Birmingham - Bolton trip and then book a cheap train ticket with ease. The distance to Bolton from Birmingham by train is 79 miles (127 km). You can book tickets for this CrossCountry train for as low as £47 one-way if you book in advance. When you search for CrossCountry tickets from Birmingham to Bolton in the Omio app, you can also check whether they are mobile tickets quickly and easily. If they are mobile tickets, then you can go paperless when taking a train. Book that perfect CrossCountry Birmingham - Bolton train ticket online and enjoy your trip!
- Average Price: £47
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operator in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The train provider operates local and regional trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.
Birmingham to Bolton train information with Northern Rail (3):
- Average Duration: 2 h 34 min
- Northern Rail (3) frequency: 8 a day
Travel Tips: Trains from Birmingham to Bolton
Omio customers travelling this route book their trains from Birmingham New Street to Bolton.
Passengers board their train most frequently from Birmingham New Street and travel around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the city centre to this train station.
Passengers travelling this route most often arrive at Bolton and need to travel approximately 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from the train station to the city centre in Bolton.
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Train lines: West Midlands, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales
Onward travel information: There are nearby bus stops on Smallbrook Queensway and Hill Street Most buses are wheelchair accessible. ********************************************************************************************************** For information go to the local travel information office by the Stephenson Street entrance. Alternatively, visit Transport for West Midlands, or call 0121 214 7214.
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