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Compare train for Bolton to Littleborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Littleborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £4 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.73. The journey takes 41m versus 35m 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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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Littleborough
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Trains from Bolton to Littleborough run on average 10 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 57m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 23:03 |
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Train companies: Northern Rail from Bolton to Littleborough trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Bolton and Littleborough from £4. 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 Littleborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Littleborough 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 Littleborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Littleborough
Most Bolton to Littleborough trains use the Bolton to Littleborough station pair, with some services arriving at Smithy Bridge. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Littleborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Littleborough 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.
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.
Which Littleborough station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Littleborough from Littleborough city centre
Littleborough train station facilities and services
Littleborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Littleborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Littleborough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Littleborough: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Littleborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Littleborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Ticket office at floor level but platforms are up steps. Ramps to each platform too, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Smithy Bridge from Littleborough city centre
Smithy Bridge is 1 km from Littleborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Smithy Bridge train station facilities and services
Smithy Bridge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Smithy Bridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Smithy Bridge: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Smithy Bridge: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There is level access to both of the platforms via road and level crossing. Step free access from car park to station entrance but have to cross road, 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 card only machine is located adjacent to the path on the entrance to the Manchester bound platform, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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