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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Windermere
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Windermere will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 14 trains that leave Bolton for Windermere every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
9:081h33Bolton10:41Windermere£151One-way0 changes- 15:081h45Bolton16:53Windermere£151One-way0 changes
- 18:101h31Bolton19:41Windermere£151One-way0 changes
- 22:397h57Bolton6:36Windermere£191One-way1 change
6:382h10Bolton8:48Windermere£441One-way1 change
- 12:381h16Bolton13:54Windermere£441One-way1 change
- 14:391h17Bolton15:56Windermere£441One-way1 change
- 13:381h18Bolton14:56Windermere£441One-way1 change
- 11:381h20Bolton12:58Windermere£441One-way1 change
- 18:101h31Bolton19:41Windermere£151One-way0 changes
Live departures
Bolton to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Windermere trains for today, Monday 27 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:53 Bolton | 3h05 | 14:58 Windermere | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 28 July | |||||
| 6:38 Bolton | 2h10 | 8:48 Windermere | 1 change | |
| 7:38 Bolton | 2h13 | 9:51 Windermere | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Windermere
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to Windermere run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 22:29 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Windermere trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Windermere from £6. 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 Windermere train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Windermere 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Windermere
Most Bolton to Windermere trains use the Bolton to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Windermere 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 Windermere station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Windermere from Windermere city centre
Windermere train station facilities and services
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Windermere: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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.
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