The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Lytham
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Lytham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Lytham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
To travel from Bolton to Lytham you need to make at least one change.
6:081h00Bolton7:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
6:531h15Bolton8:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
8:081h00Bolton9:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
9:081h00Bolton10:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
10:081h00Bolton11:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
18:100h58Bolton19:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
19:090h59Bolton20:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
6:081h00Bolton7:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
8:081h00Bolton9:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
9:081h00Bolton10:08Lytham£121One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Lytham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Lytham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 39 km
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£13 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Lytham train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Lytham trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:53 Bolton | 1h15 | 8:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:08 Bolton | 1h00 | 9:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:08 Bolton | 1h00 | 10:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:08 Bolton | 1h00 | 11:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:08 Bolton | 1h00 | 12:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:53 Bolton | 1h15 | 13:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:53 Bolton | 1h15 | 14:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:08 Bolton | 1h00 | 15:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:08 Bolton | 1h02 | 16:10 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:08 Bolton | 1h00 | 17:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:08 Bolton | 1h02 | 18:10 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:10 Bolton | 0h58 | 19:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:09 Bolton | 0h59 | 20:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:08 Bolton | 1h00 | 21:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:53 Bolton | 1h15 | 22:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:53 Bolton | 1h13 | 23:06 Lytham | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
![]() | 6:08 Bolton | 1h00 | 7:08 Lytham | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Lytham
Trains from Bolton to Lytham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 39 km distance in 58m.
Distance 39 km |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Bolton to Lytham trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Bolton and Lytham from £10. 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 Lytham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Lytham 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 Lytham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Lytham
Most Bolton to Lytham trains use the Bolton to Lytham station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Lytham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Lytham 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 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.
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 Lytham station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Lytham from Lytham city centre
Lytham train station facilities and services
Lytham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lytham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lytham: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lytham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lytham: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access at both entrances from Station Square, 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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