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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Reading
Cheapest price
£202
Average price
£202
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
256 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Reading is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Reading will cost around £202 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £202.
To travel from Bolton to Reading you need to make at least one change.
0:238h25Bolton8:48Reading£2021One-way1 change- 6:543h50Bolton10:44Reading£2021One-way1 change
- 7:533h47Bolton11:40Reading£2021One-way1 change
- 8:543h42Bolton12:36Reading£2021One-way1 change
- 9:543h47Bolton13:41Reading£2021One-way1 change
- 8:543h42Bolton12:36Reading£2021One-way1 change
- 12:543h46Bolton16:40Reading£2021One-way1 change
- 7:533h47Bolton11:40Reading£2021One-way1 change
- 9:543h47Bolton13:41Reading£2021One-way1 change
- 10:543h47Bolton14:41Reading£2021One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Reading
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Reading among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £71, and a train costs an average of £102.
Distance: 256 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£121 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Reading train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Reading trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:54 Bolton | 3h50 | 10:44 Reading | 1 change | |
| 7:53 Bolton | 3h47 | 11:40 Reading | 1 change | |
| 8:54 Bolton | 3h42 | 12:36 Reading | 1 change | |
| 9:54 Bolton | 3h47 | 13:41 Reading | 1 change | |
| 10:54 Bolton | 3h47 | 14:41 Reading | 1 change | |
| 11:54 Bolton | 3h47 | 15:41 Reading | 1 change | |
| 12:54 Bolton | 3h46 | 16:40 Reading | 1 change | |
| 13:54 Bolton | 3h47 | 17:41 Reading | 1 change | |
| 14:54 Bolton | 3h47 | 18:41 Reading | 1 change | |
| 15:54 Bolton | 3h47 | 19:41 Reading | 1 change | |
| 16:54 Bolton | 3h49 | 20:43 Reading | 1 change | |
| 17:54 Bolton | 3h45 | 21:39 Reading | 1 change | |
| 18:54 Bolton | 3h44 | 22:38 Reading | 1 change | |
| 19:54 Bolton | 3h44 | 23:38 Reading | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 0:23 Bolton | 8h25 | 8:48 Reading | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Reading
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Reading run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £102 but you can travel from only £71 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:24, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £102 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 2:24 |
Last train 20:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Reading trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Reading from £71. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bolton to Reading train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Reading 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 Reading, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Reading
Most Bolton to Reading trains use the Bolton to Reading station pair, with some services arriving at Reading Green Park. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Reading train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Reading leave from?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
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.
Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: 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.
Getting to Lostock from Bolton city centre
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 Reading station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Reading from Reading city centre
Reading train station facilities and services
Reading has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Reading.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Reading.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Reading.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Reading: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Reading: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Reading Green Park from Reading city centre
Reading Green Park is 3 km from Reading city centre. Public transport options include:
Reading Green Park train station facilities and services
Reading Green Park has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Reading Green Park.
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