4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Adlington
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£7
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
15 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
15 m
Trains on 13 Sept
5
Distance
12 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Adlington is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Adlington will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Sun 13 Sept, we found 5 trains from Bolton to Adlington, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 12 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 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.
G8958216:200h15Bolton station (BON)16:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes- G8961523:200h15Bolton station (BON)23:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
- G8959419:200h15Bolton station (BON)19:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
- G8960321:200h15Bolton station (BON)21:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
- G8958617:200h15Bolton station (BON)17:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
- G8958216:200h15Bolton station (BON)16:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
- G8961523:200h15Bolton station (BON)23:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
- G8959419:200h15Bolton station (BON)19:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
- G8960321:200h15Bolton station (BON)21:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
- G8958617:200h15Bolton station (BON)17:35Adlington (Lancs) (ADL)£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Adlington
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Adlington among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 12 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m Average total duration 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bolton to Adlington:
A coach is 0 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolton to Adlington costing on average £7.
Other travel options to Adlington take longer:
Coach takes on average 28m.
You'll arrive about 8m sooner (14m by train vs 22m by car). Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bolton to Adlington train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Adlington trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89582 | 16:20 Bolton station (BON) | 0h15 | 16:35 Adlington (Lancs) (ADL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89586 | 17:20 Bolton station (BON) | 0h15 | 17:35 Adlington (Lancs) (ADL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89594 | 19:20 Bolton station (BON) | 0h15 | 19:35 Adlington (Lancs) (ADL) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Adlington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Adlington run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 13m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Adlington trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Adlington from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bolton to Adlington train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Adlington by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Adlington, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Adlington
Most Bolton to Adlington trains use the Bolton to Adlington (Lancs) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Adlington train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Adlington leave from?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: 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.
Getting to Bromley Cross from Bolton city centre
Bromley Cross is 3 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bromley Cross train station facilities and services
Bromley Cross has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bromley Cross.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bromley Cross: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bromley Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bromley Cross: 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.
Getting to Lostock from Bolton city centre
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Lostock train station facilities and services
Lostock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lostock.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lostock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lostock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lostock: 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.
Which Adlington station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Adlington (Lancs) from Adlington city centre
Adlington (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Adlington (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Adlington (Lancs).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Adlington (Lancs): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Adlington (Lancs): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Adlington (Lancs): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 2 - Bolton/Manchester platform: step free access from Railway Road down steep 50 metre ramp with handrail. Preston platform: level access from station front, access also from Railway Road down 21 steps to station front, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Please contact Customer Relations 0800 200 6060, 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.
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