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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chorley to Bolton
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chorley to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chorley to Bolton will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 4 trains that leave Chorley for Bolton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 14 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 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.
17:350h18Chorley17:53Bolton£41One-way0 changes- 10:050h16Chorley10:21Bolton£81One-way0 changes
- 13:350h18Chorley13:53Bolton£81One-way0 changes
- 18:030h18Chorley18:21Bolton£81One-way0 changes
- 10:050h16Chorley10:21Bolton£81One-way0 changes
- 17:350h18Chorley17:53Bolton£41One-way0 changes
- 13:350h18Chorley13:53Bolton£81One-way0 changes
- 18:030h18Chorley18:21Bolton£81One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chorley to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chorley to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 14 km
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£8 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
45m Average total duration Fastest 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 6m Average total duration 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chorley to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Chorley to Bolton trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G89815 | On time 5:38 Chorley station (CRL) | 0h15 | 5:53 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89818 | On time 6:03 Chorley station (CRL) | 0h18 | 6:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89877 | On time 6:22 Chorley station (CRL) | 0h12 | 6:34 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89820 | 6:34 Chorley station (CRL) | 0h19 | 6:53 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89822 | 7:03 Chorley station (CRL) | 0h18 | 7:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89878 | 7:23 Chorley station (CRL) | 0h14 | 7:37 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89824 | 7:34 Chorley station (CRL) | 0h19 | 7:53 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chorley to Bolton
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Trains from Chorley to Bolton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 12m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Chorley to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Chorley and Bolton from £3. 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 to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chorley 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 Chorley and Bolton
Most Chorley to Bolton trains use the Chorley to Bolton station pair, with some services arriving at Lostock. Use this guide to compare Chorley and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chorley station do trains to Bolton leave from?
Getting to Chorley from Chorley city centre
Chorley train station facilities and services
Chorley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chorley.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chorley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chorley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chorley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chorley: 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.
Which Bolton station do trains from Chorley 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 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.
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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