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Cheap train tickets and timesBlackpool to Bolton

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Cheap train tickets from Blackpool to Bolton start from £6 with an average ticket price of £10.

£6

Cheapest Price

£10

Average Price

52 m

Fastest Journey

1 h

Average

Trains per day

48 km

Distance

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Overview: Train from Blackpool to Bolton

Distance	30 miles
Average train duration	52 min
Average train ticket price	£9 (€10)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 19 direct trains a day
Train companies	Northern Rail (3) or Avanti West Coast

Trains from Blackpool to Bolton cover the 30 miles long journey taking on average 52 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail (3) or Avanti West Coast. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £9, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £5. Travellers depart most frequently from Blackpool North and arrive in Bolton.

Train providers: Northern Rail (3) and Virgin Trains trains Blackpool to Bolton

Buy your official Northern Rail (3) and Virgin Trains train tickets between Blackpool and Bolton from £5 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains to Bolton from Blackpool. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Blackpool to Bolton train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 53 min
Cheapest Price: £5
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 25 a day

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Blackpool to Bolton train information:

Average Duration: 58 min
Cheapest Price: £64
Virgin Trains frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Blackpool to Bolton train

FAQs: Travel by train from Blackpool 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 Blackpool to Bolton.

Cheap train tickets from Blackpool to Bolton can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Blackpool to Bolton is £9; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Blackpool to Bolton train time is 52 min covering the 30 mile long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Blackpool to Bolton leaves at 04: 56. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Blackpool to Bolton leaves at 22: 22.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Blackpool to Bolton without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3). There are 19 direct trains from Blackpool to Bolton each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Blackpool to Bolton train with Northern Rail (3) or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Blackpool to Bolton as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 22.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Blackpool North, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bolton, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Bolton from Blackpool is worth doing with a journey time of 52 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Blackpool to Bolton is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Blackpool and Bolton including taking a train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Bolton

Blackpool

Bolton

The major railway station for departures from Blackpool is Blackpool North. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Blackpool North for your trip between Blackpool and Bolton.

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