The cheapest and fastest trains from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Chorley station (CRL) for Bolton station (BON) 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 16 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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 Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 16 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) train times
The table below shows live departures for Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) trains for today, Sunday 8 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:37 Chorley station (CRL) | 0h19 | 11:56 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) by train or coach
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Why should you book Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON)
Trains from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 11:37. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 14m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 06:34 |
Last train 11:37 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Chorley station (CRL) and Bolton station (BON) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chorley station (CRL) to Bolton station (BON) 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 station (BON), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chorley station (CRL) and Bolton station (BON)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:00 Saturday 06:25 - 21:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access via short ramp or steps from station front into ticket office and onto Preston platform. Level access via side gate onto Preston platform when ticket office closed. Level access from station front via ramped underpass and side street through entrance onto Manchester platform. A stepped subway also connects the two platforms.
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The National key toilet is operated by a RADAR key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Onward travel information: Bus interchange adjacent to station front. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses call on the A6 (Shepherd's Way) in the bus stop bays. Buses to Bolton stop on the nearside carriageway (adjacent to the station). Buses to Preston stop on the far side carriageway, which is accessed via the pedestrian crossing.
- 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
