The cheapest and fastest trains from Grantham to Bolton
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grantham to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grantham to Bolton will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 1 trains that leave Grantham 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 141 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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.


Live departures
Grantham to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Grantham to Bolton trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:07 Grantham | 3h24 | 09:31 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Grantham to Bolton by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
15 Jan
16 Jan
17 Jan
18 Jan
19 Jan
20 Jan
21 Jan
Journey information
Overview: Train from Grantham to Bolton
Trains from Grantham to Bolton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £81 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:22, the last at 16:54. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £81 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 00:22 |
Last train 16:54 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains from Grantham to Bolton trainsTransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Hull Trains trains will get you between Grantham and Bolton from £81. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Hull Trains
FAQs: Grantham to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grantham 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 Grantham and Bolton
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 16:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday 09:00 - 15:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Advance booking advisable
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point on Platform 1.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Platform 1 Waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30- 23:10. Sat 05:30- 21:30. Sun 08:45- 22.40 Platform 2 waiting Room Opening Times - Mon - Fri 05:30 - 23:20. Sat 05:30- 23:10 Sun 08:45- 23:10
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Opposite station front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
- 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
More options for your journey from Grantham to Bolton
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
