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Marple Lock Flight
Sixteen restored canal locks rising through Marple. This impressive flight is central to the town’s industrial story and a rewarding walk.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Marple
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Bolton to Marple and enjoy the approximately 32 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 18:35.
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 32 km |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 18:35 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 to Marple trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bolton to Marple.
The train distance from Bolton to Marple is 32 km.
The first train from Bolton to Marple leaves at 6:09.
The last train from Bolton to Marple departs at 18:35.
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Lancashire Hotpot
A rich meat and potato stew from Greater Manchester, long linked with local mills and workers’ lunches. Best with pickled red cabbage or crusty bread.
Full English With Black Pudding
A hearty local breakfast of black pudding, bacon, sausage, eggs and toast. Black pudding is a long-standing North West staple.
Meat And Potato Pie
A baked savoury pie filled with meat and gravy, central to pub and chippy culture across Greater Manchester and Cheshire.
Royal Scott
Smart local Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and attentive service in a relaxed setting near the centre of Marple.
All Things Nice
Established café and restaurant popular for breakfast, lunch, cakes and coffee in a friendly, casual setting.
The Navigation
Traditional pub on the canal serving British favourites, cask ales and Sunday roasts with a warm village atmosphere.
British pound sterling (£)
Moderate for Greater Manchester. Dining and local transport are reasonable, but accommodation nearby can cost more than in smaller UK towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tips are small change only.
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To the city centre
Rose Hill Marple -> Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 27 min
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FAQs: Bolton to Marple train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Marple 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 Marple, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Bolton to Marple in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Bolton to Marple.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Marple
Most Bolton to Marple trains use the Lostock to Marple station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Marple 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 Marple
Which Bolton station do trains to Marple leave from?
Trains from Bolton to Marple leave from Lostock. The station is 4 km from Bolton city centre at Lostock station, Rumworth Road, Lostock, Greater Manchester, BL6 4JP.
LostockLostock station, Rumworth Road, Lostock, Greater Manchester, BL6 4JP+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Lostock from Bolton city centre
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainManchester Airport - Blackpool North, Manchester Oxford Road - Blackpool North, Manchester Airport - Preston, Bolton - Corkickle, Bolton - Blackpool North, Bolton - Barrow-in-Furness, Bolton - Millom, Bolton - Windermere, Stockport - Blackpool North · 4m · £2 · every ~4 min
Bus905, 930, 520 · 19m · £2 · every ~6 min
576, 575 · 21m · £2 · every ~20 min
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.
Which Marple station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Trains from Bolton to Marple arrive at Marple. Marple is 1 km from Marple city centre.
MarpleMarple station, Brabyns Brow, Marple, Cheshire, SK6 7DA+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Marple from Marple city centre
Bus394 · 2m · £7 · every ~1 min
Marple train station facilities and services
Marple has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Marple.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Marple.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marple: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Marple: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marple: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Lifts are now provided at this station, available from first to last train. Alternatively, level access from the car park into the ticket hall and onto Sheffield platform or, when the ticket hall is closed, through a 3ft wide gate to the left of the ticket hall onto the platform. For Manchester platform turn right from ticket hall entrance onto Sheffield platform and walk 33 paces to the footbridge, up 20 steps and across the footbridge (15 paces) and down 20 steps 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.
Train stations for Bolton to Marple
Check train stations information for Bolton and Marple, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Marple is Lostock, and it arrives at Marple.
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