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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
131 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Fast trains
To travel from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) you need to make at least 2 changes.

06:543h07
Bolton station (BON)10:01Lincoln Central (LCN)
£391One-way
2 changes

08:543h08
Bolton station (BON)12:02Lincoln Central (LCN)
£391One-way
2 changes

00:228h34
Bolton station (BON)08:56Lincoln Central (LCN)
£451One-way
2 changes

07:383h20
Bolton station (BON)10:58Lincoln Central (LCN)
£451One-way
2 changes

09:363h23
Bolton station (BON)12:59Lincoln Central (LCN)
£451One-way
2 changes

11:072h46
Bolton station (BON)13:53Lincoln Central (LCN)
£521One-way
2 changes

14:072h46
Bolton station (BON)16:53Lincoln Central (LCN)
£521One-way
2 changes

12:082h47
Bolton station (BON)14:55Lincoln Central (LCN)
£521One-way
2 changes

13:072h49
Bolton station (BON)15:56Lincoln Central (LCN)
£521One-way
2 changes

18:072h49
Bolton station (BON)20:56Lincoln Central (LCN)
£521One-way
2 changes
Live departures
Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November
Last updated at 00:44
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 00:22 Bolton station (BON) | 8h34 | 08:56 Lincoln Central (LCN) | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN)
Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 09:30 |
Last train 09:30 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Bolton station (BON) and Lincoln Central (LCN) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 3m
Cheapest Price
£39
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
£52
first_transpennine_express frequency
7 a day
FAQs: Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN).

The train distance from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is 131 km.
Booking trains from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) covers a distance of 131 km and takes approximately 4h 0m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) is by train, costing approximately £17.
The first train from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) leaves at 9:30.
The last train from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) departs at 9:30.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN) run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
To travel from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN), you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Bolton station (BON) to Lincoln Central (LCN).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton station (BON) and Lincoln Central (LCN)
Bolton
Lincoln
The major train station for departures in Bolton is Bolton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bolton for your trip from Bolton to Lincoln.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bolton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
The major train station for arrivals in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your journey to Lincoln from Bolton.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
