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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Manchester Airport will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 6 trains that leave Bolton for Manchester Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
1h 11m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Manchester Airport trains for today, Friday 12 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:21 Bolton | 0h39 | 18:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 13 December | |||||
| Y05964 | On time 10:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 11:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y00802 | On time 10:36 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 11:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y04856 | On time 10:54 Bolton station (BON) | 0h42 | 11:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
W49672+ C26569 | On time 10:58 Bolton station (BON) | 0h46 | 11:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| Y05958 | On time 11:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 12:00 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y00889 | On time 11:36 Bolton station (BON) | 0h39 | 12:15 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Bolton to Manchester Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 17:54. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 38m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 17:54 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Bolton to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Bolton and Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Manchester Airport 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Manchester Airport
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:50 - 13:20 Saturday 07:50 - 14:20 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop opposite the Railway Pub.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: On Crompton Way for buses to Bolton or Halliwell. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Crompton Way, under railway bridge (Nearside for Blackburn, Farside for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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