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Compare train for Bolton to Appley Bridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Appley Bridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (29m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £4 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 Appley Bridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Appley Bridge trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:49 Bolton | 0h29 | 11:18 Appley Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:32 Bolton | 0h29 | 19:01 Appley Bridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Appley Bridge
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Appley Bridge run on average 6 times per day, taking around 29m. 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 06:26, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 27m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 6:26 |
Last train 22:54 |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Appley Bridge trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Appley Bridge 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 Appley Bridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Appley Bridge 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 Appley Bridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Appley Bridge
Most Bolton to Appley Bridge trains use the Bolton to Appley Bridge station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Appley Bridge train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Appley Bridge 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.
Which Appley Bridge station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Appley Bridge from Appley Bridge city centre
Appley Bridge train station facilities and services
Appley Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Appley Bridge: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Appley Bridge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Appley Bridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, To Manchester : Step free access from the car park up slight incline through a 3ft wide gate onto the platform. To Southport : Down a path (150 paces) from Appley Lane North to the right of the bridge and onto the platform. The path is level for the most part but slopes at 1:10 towards the platform. To change platforms requires 300 metre walk over footbridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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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