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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 coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 12 km
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Why should you book Bolton to Adlington trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) operates all trains services from Bolton to Adlington.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bolton to Adlington.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bolton to Adlington.
Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bolton to Adlington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Adlington
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Adlington run on average 5 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 14m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:07 |
Last train 23:35 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £3
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Bolton to Adlington trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Bolton and Adlington from £3. 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
14m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Rail (3) frequency
16 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
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.
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton to Adlington can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Bolton to Adlington covers a distance of 12 km and takes approximately 14m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Bolton to Adlington is 12 km.
The first train from Bolton to Adlington leaves at 0:07.
The last train from Bolton to Adlington departs at 23:35.
Trains from Bolton to Adlington run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton to Adlington.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bolton and Adlington. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
To get from Bolton to Adlington, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Bolton to Adlington.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Adlington is Bolton station (BON), and it arrives at Adlington (Lancs) (ADL).
The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Adlington is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Bolton to Adlington in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bolton to Adlington offers a pleasant view of the Greater Manchester countryside, featuring lush greenery and glimpses of local landmarks, making it a moderately scenic route.
Yes, a day trip from Bolton to Adlington is feasible. The journey takes 14m and the distance is 12 km. The frequency is 5 per day for trains.
For a relaxed visit to Adlington, 2 to 3 days should be sufficient to explore local attractions and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Adlington.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Adlington
Bolton
Adlington
The major train station for departures in Bolton is Bolton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bolton for your trip from Bolton to Adlington.
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 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
The major train station for arrivals in Adlington is Adlington (Lancs). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Adlington (Lancs) for your journey to Adlington from Bolton.
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:35 - 13:10 Sunday Closed
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Adlington (Lancs)
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Railway Rd
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