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Compare train and coach for Bolton to Glossop
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Glossop among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 36 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Glossop take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 45m.
Tickets start at around £18 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-9.42. The journey takes 52m versus 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bolton to Glossop.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Glossop
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Trains from Bolton to Glossop run on average 7 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 53m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 20:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Glossop trainsNorthern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Glossop from £11. 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 Glossop train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Glossop 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 Glossop, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Glossop
Most Bolton to Glossop trains use the Bolton to Glossop station pair, with some services arriving at Dinting. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Glossop train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Glossop 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 Lostock from Bolton city centre
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Lostock train station facilities and services
Lostock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lostock.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lostock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lostock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lostock: 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.
Getting to Bromley Cross from Bolton city centre
Bromley Cross is 3 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bromley Cross train station facilities and services
Bromley Cross has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bromley Cross.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bromley Cross: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bromley Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bromley Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.
Which Glossop station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Glossop from Glossop city centre
Glossop train station facilities and services
Glossop has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glossop.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glossop.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glossop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glossop: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glossop: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access from car park to the ticket hall, through a set of double doors onto the platform, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Located in the Booking Hall Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Dinting from Glossop city centre
Dinting is 1 km from Glossop city centre. Public transport options include:
Dinting train station facilities and services
Dinting has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dinting.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dinting: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dinting: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - To Manchester and Glossop : Level access from the car park through the ticket hall. Or, through a 3ft wide gate to the right of the ticket hall onto the platform To Hadfield : Level access from the car park onto the Manchester platform through the ticket hall. Or, through a 3ft wide gate to the right of the ticket hall, turn right and follow path to the Hadfield platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.
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