4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Exeter to Bolton
Cheapest price
£279
Average price
£279
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exeter to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Bolton will cost around £279 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £279.
To travel from Exeter to Bolton you need to make at least 2 changes.
6:254h27Exeter10:52Bolton£2791One-way2 changes- 7:204h32Exeter11:52Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
- 8:274h25Exeter12:52Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
- 9:274h26Exeter13:53Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
- 10:274h25Exeter14:52Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
- 8:274h25Exeter12:52Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
- 10:274h25Exeter14:52Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
- 10:564h25Exeter15:21Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
- 11:274h25Exeter15:52Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
- 12:274h25Exeter16:52Bolton£2791One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Exeter to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 327 km
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£78 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exeter to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:27 Exeter | 4h39 | 15:06 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 11:27 Exeter | 4h39 | 16:06 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 11:34 Exeter | 5h08 | 16:42 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 12:27 Exeter | 4h39 | 17:06 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 13:00 Exeter | 4h43 | 17:43 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 14:00 Exeter | 4h42 | 18:42 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 14:27 Exeter | 4h39 | 19:06 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 15:27 Exeter | 4h39 | 20:06 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 16:27 Exeter | 4h52 | 21:19 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 18:27 Exeter | 4h52 | 23:19 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 19:27 Exeter | 9h55 | 5:22 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| 21:08 Exeter | 10h44 | 7:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exeter to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Exeter to Bolton run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 327 km distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 19:54 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country from Exeter to Bolton trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country trains will get you between Exeter and Bolton from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Exeter to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter and Bolton
Most Exeter to Bolton trains use the Exeter St Davids to Bolton station pair. Use this guide to compare Exeter and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Exeter station do trains to Bolton leave from?
Getting to Exeter St Davids from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Davids is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Davids train station facilities and services
Exeter St Davids has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Davids.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Davids. ATMs are available at Exeter St Davids.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter St Davids.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Davids: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Davids: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Davids: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - All platforms can be accessed via Lifts from the sole main station entrance. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Exeter Central from Exeter city centre
Exeter Central train station facilities and services
Exeter Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exeter Central.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free Category A station - Both platforms can be accessed via lifts from the main station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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: No.
Getting to Exeter St Thomas from Exeter city centre
Exeter St Thomas is 1 km from Exeter city centre. Public transport options include:
Exeter St Thomas train station facilities and services
Exeter St Thomas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exeter St Thomas.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exeter St Thomas.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Exeter St Thomas: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exeter St Thomas: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step free Category C Station - This station does not have step free access to any platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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 Bolton station do trains from Exeter 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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