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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Bolton
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Bolton will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
Of the 25 trains that leave Carlisle for Bolton every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
8:351h33Carlisle10:08Bolton£491One-way0 changes- 9:321h33Carlisle11:05Bolton£491One-way0 changes
- 10:351h32Carlisle12:07Bolton£491One-way0 changes
- 11:331h32Carlisle13:05Bolton£491One-way0 changes
- 12:331h32Carlisle14:05Bolton£491One-way0 changes
- 13:341h31Carlisle15:05Bolton£491One-way0 changes
- 10:351h32Carlisle12:07Bolton£491One-way0 changes
- 11:331h32Carlisle13:05Bolton£491One-way0 changes
- 12:331h32Carlisle14:05Bolton£491One-way0 changes
- 8:351h33Carlisle10:08Bolton£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £60.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Bolton trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W33147+ G89886 | On time 10:50 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h44 | 12:34 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
 W84905 | On time 11:34 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h31 | 13:05 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33191+G89888 | On time 11:48 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h46 | 13:34 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
| W84909 | On time 12:36 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h30 | 14:06 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33138+G89872 | On time 12:49 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h45 | 14:34 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
| W84911 | On time 13:33 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h32 | 15:05 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
 | 3:00 Carlisle | 2h53 | 5:53 Bolton | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Bolton
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Trains from Carlisle to Bolton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Carlisle to Bolton trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Bolton from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle 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 Carlisle and Bolton
Most Carlisle to Bolton trains use the Carlisle to Bolton station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Bolton leave from?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Bolton station do trains from Carlisle 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.
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