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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
41 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Bolton station (BON) for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
07:491h20
Bolton station (BON)09:09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£171One-way
0 changes
05:321h25
Bolton station (BON)06:57Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£171One-way
0 changes
07:491h20
Bolton station (BON)09:09Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£171One-way
0 changes
05:321h25
Bolton station (BON)06:57Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
£171One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 41 km
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£15 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:32 Bolton station (BON) | 1h25 | 06:57 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:49 Bolton station (BON) | 1h20 | 18:09 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 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 41 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 16:49 |
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), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Bolton station (BON) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) from £6. 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
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£13
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 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
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 13m
Cheapest Price
£13
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
£8
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
£42
first_transpennine_express frequency
5 a day
FAQs: Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
FAQs: Travel by train from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 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 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The train distance from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is 41 km.
To get from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Booking trains from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) covers a distance of 41 km and takes approximately 1h 13m. Trains run 7 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £15.
The first train from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) leaves at 5:32.
The cheapest way to get from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) is by train, costing approximately £6.
The last train from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) departs at 16:49.
Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
There is no night train service from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton station (BON) and Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
Bolton
Liverpool
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 Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
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 Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your journey to Liverpool from Bolton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
Most popular train connections from Bolton station (BON)
Most popular trains to and from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Bolton station (BON)
Most popular train connections to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
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