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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£7
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
38 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
39 m
Trains on 29 Oct
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 £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Thu 29 Oct, we found 6 trains from Bolton to Manchester Airport, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 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.
G898829:360h39Bolton station (BON)10:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way0 changes- G898319:210h39Bolton station (BON)10:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£61One-way0 changes
- G898818:370h38Bolton station (BON)9:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£61One-way0 changes
- G898268:220h38Bolton station (BON)9:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£71One-way0 changes
- G898288:540h42Bolton station (BON)9:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£71One-way0 changes
- G898268:220h38Bolton station (BON)9:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£71One-way0 changes
- G898818:370h38Bolton station (BON)9:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£61One-way0 changes
- G898319:210h39Bolton station (BON)10:00Manchester Airport (MIA)£61One-way0 changes
- G898829:360h39Bolton station (BON)10:15Manchester Airport (MIA)£51One-way0 changes
- G898288:540h42Bolton station (BON)9:36Manchester Airport (MIA)£71One-way0 changes
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 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:37, the last at 19:21. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 31m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 7:37 |
Last train 19:21 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about your Bolton to Manchester Airport trip
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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, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| G89824 | 7:53 Bolton station (BON) | 0h43 | 8:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 changesdirect | |
P24158+ W84893 | 7:57 Bolton station (BON) | 0h47 | 8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 change | |
| 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 | |
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FAQs: Bolton to Manchester Airport train
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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Manchester Airport
Most Bolton to Manchester Airport trains use the Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Manchester Airport 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 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.
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