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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Bath
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Bath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Bath will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bolton for Bath every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Bath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Bath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £29.
Distance: 245 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£67 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Bath train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Bath trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:54 Bolton | 4h47 | 09:41 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:55 Bolton | 4h38 | 09:33 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:54 Bolton | 4h40 | 13:34 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:36 Bolton | 4h58 | 14:34 Bath | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Bath
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Trains from Bolton to Bath run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 01:55 |
Last train 19:54 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) from Bolton to Bath trainsCrossCountry, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Bolton and Bath from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Rail (3)
FAQs: Bolton to Bath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Bath 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 Bath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Bath
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station. Connect to "GWR Free Station Wi-Fi."
- Type of shops available: Flower shop in subway
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Starbucks
- Dashi Bath
- Be At One
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- Taxi: Taxi Rank: Taxi rank is available at the station entrance. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Ramp access & staff assistance.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 2.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Within accessible wc's
- Travelodge Bath Waterside
- The Z Hotel Bath
- The Royal Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Mon - Fri: 05:30 - 20:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At rear and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- The information office is located by Platform 1.
- Bus lines: 700, A4
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, CrossCountry, South Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
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