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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Preston
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Preston will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 5 trains that leave Bolton for Preston every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 28 km
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bolton to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Preston trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y05577 | On time 16:08 Bolton station (BON) | 0h24 | 16:32 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y01778 | On time 16:22 Bolton station (BON) | 0h36 | 16:58 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y00908 | On time 16:53 Bolton station (BON) | 0h35 | 17:28 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y04219 | On time 17:08 Bolton station (BON) | 0h24 | 17:32 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y01794 | On time 17:22 Bolton station (BON) | 0h36 | 17:58 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y00900 | On time 17:53 Bolton station (BON) | 0h35 | 18:28 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 8 November | |||||
| 04:23 Bolton | 0h28 | 04:51 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Preston run on average 7 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:24, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 23m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 00:24 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Bolton to Preston trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Bolton and Preston from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
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Trains from Bolton to Preston
Trains from Bolton to Preston depart from the main train station in the centre of Bolton, arriving at Preston Central station. Direct routes are provided by Northern railways with no change of trains needed. The distance between Bolton and Preston in the north east of England is approximately 24 miles, with trains completing this journey in between 30 and 40 minutes. Trains from Bolton to Preston run regularly throughout the day, with services departing every 20 minutes during the daytime, although they are less regular through the night with trains approximately every 3 hours.
FAQs: Bolton to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Preston 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 Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Preston
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:50 - 13:20 Saturday 07:50 - 14:20 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop opposite the Railway Pub.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday,Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up at the top of the station car park.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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