The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
- Cheapest price on 11 Nov
- £5
- Average ticket price on 11 Nov
- £7
- Fastest journey on 11 Nov
- 37 m
- Average journey duration on 11 Nov
- 38 m
- Trains on 11 Nov
- 12
- Distance
- 25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA) will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 12 trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA), including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 39 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.
G898186:21 0h40 Bolton station (BON) 7:01 Manchester Airport (MIA) £5 1 One-way 0 changes
G898829:36 0h39 Bolton station (BON) 10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) £5 1 One-way 0 changes
G898776:36 0h39 Bolton station (BON) 7:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) £6 1 One-way 0 changes
G898319:21 0h39 Bolton station (BON) 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) £6 1 One-way 0 changes
G898818:37 0h38 Bolton station (BON) 9:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) £6 1 One-way 0 changes
G898787:38 0h37 Bolton station (BON) 8:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
G898227:22 0h38 Bolton station (BON) 8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
G898268:22 0h38 Bolton station (BON) 9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) £8 1 One-way 0 changes
G898818:37 0h38 Bolton station (BON) 9:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) £6 1 One-way 0 changes
G898776:36 0h39 Bolton station (BON) 7:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) £6 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA)
Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 32m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 32m |
First train 0:16 |
Last train 23:08 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Frequently asked questions about your Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trip
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Live departures
Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
P24185+ W84915 | Delayed 16:01 15:58Bolton station (BON) | 0h46 | 16:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
P24185 · G89673 | Delayed 16:01 15:58Bolton station (BON) | 1h13 | 17:11 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G89819 | On time 16:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 17:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89821 | On time 16:54 Bolton station (BON) | 0h42 | 17:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24156+ W84918 | On time 16:58 Bolton station (BON) | 0h46 | 17:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G89823 | On time 17:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 18:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89873 | 17:36 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 18:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89825 | Delayed 17:56 17:54Bolton station (BON) | 0h42 | 18:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24160+ W84922 | On time 17:58 Bolton station (BON) | 0h46 | 18:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G89827 | On time 18:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 19:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89895 | On time 18:36 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 19:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89830 | 18:54 Bolton station (BON) | 0h42 | 19:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24164+ W84923 | On time 18:58 Bolton station (BON) | 0h46 | 19:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G89832 | On time 19:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 20:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 11 November | |||||
G89818 | 6:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h40 | 7:01 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89877 | 6:36 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 7:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89820 | 6:54 Bolton station (BON) | 0h42 | 7:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24154+ W84878 | 6:58 Bolton station (BON) | 0h47 | 7:45 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G89822 | 7:22 Bolton station (BON) | 0h38 | 8:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89878 | 7:38 Bolton station (BON) | 0h37 | 8:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89826 | 8:22 Bolton station (BON) | 0h38 | 9:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89881 | 8:37 Bolton station (BON) | 0h38 | 9:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89828 | 8:54 Bolton station (BON) | 0h42 | 9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24162+ W84896 | 8:58 Bolton station (BON) | 0h46 | 9:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
G89831 | 9:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 10:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
G89882 | 9:36 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 10:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 Manchester Airport (MIA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Airport (MIA)
Most Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) trains use the Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Airport (MIA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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