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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ipswich to Bolton
Cheapest price
£167
Average price
£181
Fastest journey
4 h 42 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ipswich to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ipswich to Bolton will cost around £181 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £167.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ipswich for Bolton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 16 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, coach and flight for Ipswich to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ipswich to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 295 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£90 Average Price | £69 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price |
5h 58m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ipswich to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Ipswich to Bolton trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:15 Ipswich | 4h42 | 08:57 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:41 Ipswich | 5h16 | 09:57 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ipswich to Bolton
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Trains from Ipswich to Bolton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £53 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 295 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 295 km |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 19:41 |
FAQs: Ipswich to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ipswich 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ipswich and Bolton
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 21:20 Saturday 05:00 - 21:20 Sunday 07:20 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: Toilets including accessible (radar key) toilets are located alongside platform 2
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Close to platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on station forecourt.
WifiShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- 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
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