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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Bournemouth
Cheapest price
£255
Average price
£255
Fastest journey
5 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Bournemouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Bournemouth will cost around £255 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £255.
To travel from Bolton to Bournemouth you need to make at least one change.
6:545h18Bolton12:12Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change- 7:535h22Bolton13:15Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
- 8:545h18Bolton14:12Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
- 9:545h18Bolton15:12Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
- 10:545h18Bolton16:12Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
- 6:545h18Bolton12:12Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
- 8:545h18Bolton14:12Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
- 9:545h18Bolton15:12Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
- 10:545h18Bolton16:12Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
- 13:545h20Bolton19:14Bournemouth£2551One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Bournemouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 321 km
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5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Bournemouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Bournemouth trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 9:13 Bolton | 7h21 | 16:34 Bournemouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 20 July | |||||
| 6:54 Bolton | 5h18 | 12:12 Bournemouth | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Bournemouth
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Trains from Bolton to Bournemouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 19:32. The fastest train covers the 321 km distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 321 km |
Average train duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 19:32 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Bournemouth trainsCrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Bournemouth from £28. 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 Bournemouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Bournemouth
Most Bolton to Bournemouth trains use the Bolton to Bournemouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Bournemouth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Bournemouth 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 Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood 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 Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: 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.
Which Bournemouth station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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