The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Bridgend
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Bridgend is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Bridgend will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bolton for Bridgend every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 13 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.


Live departures
Bolton to Bridgend train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Bridgend trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:54 Bolton | 5h13 | 10:07 Bridgend | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Bridgend
Trains from Bolton to Bridgend run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 244 km distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 244 km |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 19:20 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Bridgend trainsTransport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Bridgend from £58. 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 Bridgend train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Bridgend 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 Bridgend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Bridgend
- 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
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 07:40 - 19:15
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. All platforms are accessible and are connected via a footbridge with lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The accessible toilet and Changing Places toilet are located on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key. The Changing Places toilet can be accessed from 06:00 to 22:00
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station entrance
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