Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train with Northern Rail

Sun 01 Nov
+ Add return
Northern Rail
Transpennine Express
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
2,000+ travel companies
Northern Rail
Transpennine Express
Avanti West Coast
Great Western Railway
Regionale
2,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 01 Nov
Cheapest price on 01 Nov
£5
Average ticket price on 01 Nov
£5
Fastest journey on 01 Nov
18 m
Average journey duration on 01 Nov
19 m
Trains on 01 Nov
17
Distance
17 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

On Sun 01 Nov, we found 17 trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), including 14 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 19 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.

  • Northern RailG89858
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89860
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89864
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89851
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89874
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of train

Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 22m. 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 05:21, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 16m.

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
17 km
Average train duration
22m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
16m
First train
5:21
Last train
23:08
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
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

Frequently asked questions about your Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

The cost of a train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 16m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) is 17 km.
The first train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) leaves at 5:21.
The last train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) departs at 23:08.
Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express.

Live departures

Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains for today, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailP24179+Transpennine ExpressW84906
Delayed
12:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h28
13:40 13:40Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89857
On time
13:21 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
13:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8988713:36 Bolton station (BON)
0h22
13:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89861
On time
13:54 Bolton station (BON)
0h21
14:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24181+Transpennine ExpressW84910
On time
13:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h28
14:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89863
On time
14:21 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
14:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8987114:36 Bolton station (BON)
0h22
14:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89865
On time
14:54 Bolton station (BON)
0h21
15:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24183+Transpennine ExpressW84913
On time
14:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h28
15:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89867
On time
15:21 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
15:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8988915:36 Bolton station (BON)
0h22
15:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89817
Delayed
15:56 15:54Bolton station (BON)
0h21
16:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24185+Transpennine ExpressW84914
On time
15:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h28
16:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89819
On time
16:21 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
16:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89893
On time
16:36 Bolton station (BON)
0h22
16:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89821
On time
16:54 Bolton station (BON)
0h21
17:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24156+Transpennine ExpressW84919
On time
16:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h28
17:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89823
On time
17:21 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
17:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8987317:36 Bolton station (BON)
0h22
17:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89825
On time
17:54 Bolton station (BON)
0h21
18:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24160+Transpennine ExpressW84921
On time
17:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h28
18:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG89827
On time
18:21 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
18:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89895
On time
18:36 Bolton station (BON)
0h22
18:58 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8983018:54 Bolton station (BON)
0h22
19:16 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24165+Transpennine ExpressW84925
On time
18:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h28
19:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		1 change
Northern RailG8983219:21 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
19:45 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89834
On time
19:54 Bolton station (BON)
0h21
20:15 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)		0 changesdirect
Sunday 1 November
Northern RailG898600:08 Bolton station (BON)
0h18
0:26 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89811+Transport for WalesAW8506009:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h54
10:52 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89801+Transpennine ExpressG1595110:32 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
10:56 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG89813 · G9010110:58 Bolton station (BON)
0h32
11:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)1 change
Northern RailG8983711:57 Bolton station (BON)
0h24
12:21 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8988612:36 Bolton station (BON)
0h20
12:56 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Why should you book Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express offer trains services from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

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 Northern Rail Duration
16m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£3
Northern Rail frequency
9 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 Transpennine Express Duration
18m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£4
Transpennine Express frequency
1 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
Learn more about Transpennine Express

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
There is no night train service from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

FAQs: Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Booking trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Most Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) trains use the Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bolton
Arrival train stations in Manchester
BoltonBolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BEWifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre

Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus576, 535, 525, 526, 507, 561, 562, 575, 527, 534, 537, 541, 533, 480 · 10m · £2 · every ~79 min
125 · 15m · £8 · every ~16 min

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.

More about Bolton

More options for your journey from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Return trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON)

Most popular trains to and from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bolton station (BON)

Glasgow Central (GLC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport train
Bolton station (BON) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) train
Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) train
London Victoria (VIC) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
London Waterloo (WAT) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Birmingham International Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Bolton station (BON) to Leeds station (LDS) train
London Euston (EUS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
London Liverpool Street (LST) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Bolton station (BON) to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) train
Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Bolton station (BON) to London Euston (EUS) train
Bolton station (BON) to London Victoria (VIC) train
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
London St Pancras International (STP) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Stratford (London) (SRA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train
Leeds station (LDS) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Bolton station (BON) to Nottingham station (NOT) train
Cardiff Central (CDF) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
London Bridge (LBG) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Manchester Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Bolton station (BON) to Dundee station (DEE) train
Bolton station (BON) to Salford Crescent (SLD) train
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
London Paddington (PAD) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Birmingham New Street (BHM) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Airport (MIA) train
London Stansted Airport to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train
HomeTrainsTrains in United KingdomBolton station (BON) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) train

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone