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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Showing times and prices for 04 Aug

Cheapest price

£3

Average price

£4

Fastest journey

18 m

Average duration

20 m

Trains per day

Distance

16 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 Victoria (MCV) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.

Fast trains

Of the 9 trains that leave Bolton station (BON) for Manchester Victoria (MCV) every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .

The slowest trains will take 23 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.

P28784
8:260h25
Bolton station (BON)
8:51Manchester Victoria (MCV)
£31One-way
0 changes
C32622
8:160h23
Bolton station (BON)
8:39Manchester Victoria (MCV)
£31One-way
0 changes
L89343
8:480h18
Bolton station (BON)
9:06Manchester Victoria (MCV)
£31One-way
0 changes
C32657
11:180h20
Bolton station (BON)
11:38Manchester Victoria (MCV)
£41One-way
0 changes
L89316
11:480h18
Bolton station (BON)
12:06Manchester Victoria (MCV)
£41One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £1, and a coach costs an average of £4.

Distance: 16 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£4 Average Price Cheapest	£4 Average Price
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train times

The table below shows live departures for Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
P28778	On time 6:26 Bolton station (BON)	0h24	6:50 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
L89314	On time 6:48 Bolton station (BON)	0h18	7:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P24154 · L89242	On time 6:58 Bolton station (BON)	0h35	7:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	1 change
C32602	On time 7:16 Bolton station (BON)	0h23	7:39 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P28781	On time 7:26 Bolton station (BON)	0h23	7:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
C32616	On time 7:47 Bolton station (BON)	0h20	8:07 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
G89824 · L89467	On time 7:53 Bolton station (BON)	0h26	8:19 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	1 change
P24158 · L89246	On time 7:57 Bolton station (BON)	0h36	8:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	1 change
C32622	On time 8:16 Bolton station (BON)	0h23	8:39 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P28784	On time 8:26 Bolton station (BON)	0h25	8:51 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
L89343	On time 8:48 Bolton station (BON)	0h18	9:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P24162 · L89250	On time 8:58 Bolton station (BON)	0h35	9:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	1 change
C32636	On time 9:18 Bolton station (BON)	0h21	9:39 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P28787	On time 9:25 Bolton station (BON)	0h24	9:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
L89354	On time 9:48 Bolton station (BON)	0h18	10:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
C32646	On time 10:18 Bolton station (BON)	0h21	10:39 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P28790	On time 10:25 Bolton station (BON)	0h24	10:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
L89368	On time 10:48 Bolton station (BON)	0h18	11:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
C32657	On time 11:18 Bolton station (BON)	0h20	11:38 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P28793	On time 11:25 Bolton station (BON)	0h24	11:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
L89316	On time 11:48 Bolton station (BON)	0h18	12:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
C32659	On time 16:18 Bolton station (BON)	0h21	16:39 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P28808	On time 16:25 Bolton station (BON)	0h25	16:50 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
L89318	On time 16:48 Bolton station (BON)	0h18	17:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P24156 · L89276	On time 16:58 Bolton station (BON)	0h35	17:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	1 change
C32609	On time 17:18 Bolton station (BON)	0h21	17:39 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P28809	On time 17:25 Bolton station (BON)	0h24	17:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
L89335	On time 17:48 Bolton station (BON)	0h18	18:06 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P24160 · L89279	On time 17:58 Bolton station (BON)	0h35	18:33 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	1 change
C32629	On time 18:18 Bolton station (BON)	0h21	18:39 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
P28810	On time 18:25 Bolton station (BON)	0h24	18:49 Manchester Victoria (MCV)	0 changesdirect
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Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

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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 or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV)

United Kingdom

Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 18:49. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 18m.

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

16 km

Average train duration

22m

Cheapest ticket price

£1

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

18m

First train

5:25

Last train

18:49

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jul - Sept

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Sat

Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) from £1. 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 Duration

18m

Cheapest Price

£1

Northern Rail frequency

8 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

Transpennine Express frequency

5 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

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

16m

Cheapest Price

£5

Northern Trains Limited frequency

25 a day

FAQs: Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) train

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

The cost of a train ticket from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £1, while the average price tends to be around £4.

The train journey from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) covers a distance of 16 km and takes approximately 18m. Trains run 8 per day.

The train distance from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is 16 km.

The first train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) leaves at 5:25.

The last train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) departs at 18:49.

Trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) run approximately 8 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

Yes, there is a direct train between Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Victoria (MCV). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.

To get from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

There is no night train service from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

The cheapest way to get from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) is by train, costing approximately £1.

Booking trains from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Bolton to Manchester Victoria is primarily urban and industrial, with views of residential areas, commercial buildings, and some greenery, but it is not typically considered scenic.

Yes, a day trip from Bolton to Manchester Victoria is feasible with a travel time of 18m and a distance of 16 km. Trains run 8 times per day.

Yes, you can take the train from Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Victoria (MCV)

Most Bolton station (BON) to Manchester Victoria (MCV) trains use the Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton station (BON) and Manchester Victoria (MCV) 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 1BE Wifi

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

Manchester VictoriaManchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre

TrainManchester Airport - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Saltburn, Manchester Airport - York, Manchester Piccadilly - York, Manchester Piccadilly - Redcar Central, Manchester Airport - Darlington, Manchester Airport - Sheffield, Liverpool Lime Street - Manchester Victoria, Manchester Airport - Scarborough, Manchester Airport - Hull, Manchester Airport - Huddersfield, Manchester Airport - Middlesbrough, Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street, Manchester Airport - Leeds, Manchester Airport - Manchester Victoria · 10m · £0.90 · every ~3 min

Bus41, 135 · 5m · £2 · every ~32 min

T1 · 10m

X43 · 29m · every ~1 min

TramBlue Line, Navy Line, Green Line, Yellow Line · 5m · £2 · every ~23 min

Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services

Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.