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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Motherwell
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
265 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Motherwell will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Bolton for Motherwell every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
08:482h48
Bolton11:36Motherwell
£391One-way
0 changes
10:442h39
Bolton13:23Motherwell
£411One-way
0 changes
08:442h52
Bolton11:36Motherwell
£431One-way
0 changes
18:083h36
Bolton21:44Motherwell
£871One-way
0 changes
10:442h39
Bolton13:23Motherwell
£411One-way
0 changes
08:482h48
Bolton11:36Motherwell
£391One-way
0 changes
08:442h52
Bolton11:36Motherwell
£431One-way
0 changes
18:083h36
Bolton21:44Motherwell
£871One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Motherwell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Motherwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £55.
Distance: 265 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bolton to Motherwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Motherwell trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:24
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:44 Bolton | 2h52 | 11:36 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:48 Bolton | 2h48 | 11:36 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Motherwell
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Trains from Bolton to Motherwell run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:43, the last at 20:21. The fastest train covers the 265 km distance in 2h 39m.
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 265 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 39m |
First train 04:43 |
Last train 20:21 |
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
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Bolton to Motherwell trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Bolton and Motherwell from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£22
TransPennine Express frequency
2 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
Northern Rail (3)
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
2h 38m
Cheapest Price
£73
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 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
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 39m
Cheapest Price
£75
first_transpennine_express frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Bolton to Motherwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Motherwell 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 Motherwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
A day trip from Bolton to Motherwell is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 39m. However, trains run 3 times per day.
A visit to Motherwell can typically be enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing enough time to explore local attractions such as Strathclyde Country Park and the Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility.
The train distance from Bolton to Motherwell is 265 km.
Booking trains from Bolton to Motherwell 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 Motherwell covers a distance of 265 km and takes approximately 2h 39m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bolton to Motherwell can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The first train from Bolton to Motherwell leaves at 4:43.
The last train from Bolton to Motherwell departs at 20:21.
The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Motherwell is by train, costing approximately £17.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Motherwell is Bolton station (BON), and it arrives at Motherwell station (MTH).
Trains from Bolton to Motherwell run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bolton to Motherwell.
There is no night train service from Bolton to Motherwell.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Motherwell.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bolton and Motherwell. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by first_transpennine_express.
The train journey from Bolton to Motherwell offers a mix of urban and rural scenery. Travellers can enjoy views of the rolling countryside of the North West and South of Scotland, interspersed with glimpses of cities and towns along the route.
To get from Bolton to Motherwell, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Motherwell
Bolton
Motherwell
The major train station for departures in Bolton is Bolton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bolton for your trip from Bolton to Motherwell.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bolton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
Public transport options for Hall I' Th' Wood
- 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
The major train station for arrivals in Motherwell is Motherwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Motherwell for your journey to Motherwell from Bolton.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
Hotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Motherwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Muir Street
Airbles
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Accessible to all platforms - ramps to both platforms and connecting roadbridge between platforms
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Airbles
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up/drop off on Airbles Road by Electric bar
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