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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grays to Bolton
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Trains from Grays to Bolton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £182 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 17:51. The fastest train covers the 300 km distance in 3h 1m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 300 km |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £182 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 17:51 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Southeastern from Grays to Bolton trainsSoutheastern trains will get you between Grays and Bolton from £182. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Southeastern
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest Price
£180
Southeastern frequency
25 a day
FAQs: Grays to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grays 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.
To fully enjoy Bolton's attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended, allowing time to explore local highlights such as the Bolton Museum, Smithills Hall, and nearby nature spots.
The train journey from Grays to Bolton offers urban and suburban views rather than traditionally scenic landscapes. Travellers will pass through a mix of industrial areas and towns with occasional glimpses of the English countryside.
Booking trains from Grays to Bolton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Grays to Bolton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £182, while the average price tends to be around £186.
The cheapest way to get from Grays to Bolton is by train, costing approximately £182.
The train station in Grays that goes to Bolton is Grays station (GRY), and it arrives at Bolton station (BON).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Grays to Bolton.
Yes, you can take the train from Grays to Bolton.
A day trip from Grays to Bolton is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 1m each way, exceeding the 120-minute limit. The distance is about 300 km. Trains run 5 times per day.
To travel from Grays to Bolton, you can take a train.
The train distance from Grays to Bolton is 300 km.
The train journey from Grays to Bolton covers a distance of 300 km and takes approximately 3h 1m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Grays to Bolton leaves at 5:54.
The last train from Grays to Bolton departs at 17:51.
Trains from Grays to Bolton run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Grays to Bolton.
There is no night train service from Grays to Bolton.
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Important Stations and Airports in Grays and Bolton
Grays
Bolton
The major train station for departures in Grays is Grays. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Grays for your trip from Grays to Bolton.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:15 - 18:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newspaper kiosk in booking hall on platform 1
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes, located on Crown Road adjacent to exit from platforms 2/3
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There are no lifts at the station, but step free access is available from Station Approach to platform 1 and Crown Road to platforms 2/3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- 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.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Platform 1. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At entrance to station car park and on Crown Road near to bus stops
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Grays
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Exit the station via platforms 2/3 and turn left onto Crown Road: - If travelling towards Rainham/Upminster/London, use bus bay 1 - If travelling towards Tilbury/Southend, use bus bay 8
The major train station for arrivals in Bolton is Bolton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bolton for your journey to Bolton from Grays.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bolton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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