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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Stirling
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Stirling is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Stirling will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bolton for Stirling every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 37 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 Stirling
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Stirling among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 298 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£33 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Stirling train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Stirling trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:12 Bolton | 4h37 | 13:49 Stirling | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:13 Bolton | 4h14 | 14:27 Stirling | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Stirling
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Trains from Bolton to Stirling run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 19:19. The fastest train covers the 298 km distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 298 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 19:19 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Bolton to Stirling trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Bolton and Stirling from £26. 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 Stirling train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Stirling 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 Stirling, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Stirling
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Shopping
Parking
Dining
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WC
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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
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LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 21:00 Saturday 06:20 - 21:00 Sunday 08:50 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 platform. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 10
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Most taxis accessible, at front of station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse (RADAR key required) and in the Waiting Room on Platform 3.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of station buildings - one on platform 2 and another on platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the parking bays outside the main station entrance
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