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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Bolton
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
344 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Bolton will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Bolton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 344 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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.
8:444h38Brighton13:22Bolton£1001One-way0 changes
- 8:444h38Brighton13:22Bolton£1001One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Brighton to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £100.
Distance: 344 km
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£105 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Brighton to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Bolton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 4 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:44 Brighton | 4h38 | 13:22 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Bolton
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Trains from Brighton to Bolton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 18:39. The fastest train covers the 344 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 344 km |
Average train duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 18:39 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink from Brighton to Bolton trainsAvanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Bolton from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Bolton 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 Bolton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Bolton
Most Brighton to Bolton trains use the Brighton to Bolton station pair, with some services arriving at Hall I' Th' Wood. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Bolton leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to London Road (Brighton) from Brighton city centre
London Road (Brighton) train station facilities and services
London Road (Brighton) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Domino's Pizza, Salt and Charcoal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Road (Brighton). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at London Road (Brighton). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Road (Brighton): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Road (Brighton): Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Road (Brighton): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Brighton, ibis Brighton City Centre - Station, Jurys Inn Brighton.
Which Bolton station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
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.
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