- Must visit
Bolton Museum and Art Gallery
Bolton's main museum with local history, art, Egyptology and aquarium displays, all close to the town centre.
Cheapest price
£0.00
Average price
£33
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kidsgrove to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Kidsgrove to Bolton you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kidsgrove to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 57 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Kidsgrove to Bolton trains for today, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 17:23 Kidsgrove | 1h19 | 18:42 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:23 Kidsgrove | 1h21 | 19:44 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 19:23 Kidsgrove | 1h56 | 21:19 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:36 Kidsgrove | 1h43 | 23:19 Bolton | 2 changes | |
| Monday 10 August | |||||
![]() | 6:33 Kidsgrove | 1h19 | 7:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:33 Kidsgrove | 1h19 | 7:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 8:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 8:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:33 Kidsgrove | 1h19 | 8:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:33 Kidsgrove | 1h19 | 8:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:47 Kidsgrove | 1h50 | 9:37 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 9:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:31 Kidsgrove | 1h22 | 9:53 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 10:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 10:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:31 Kidsgrove | 1h21 | 10:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 11:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 11:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:31 Kidsgrove | 1h21 | 11:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 12:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 12:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:31 Kidsgrove | 1h21 | 12:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 13:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 13:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:31 Kidsgrove | 1h22 | 13:53 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 14:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 14:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:31 Kidsgrove | 1h21 | 14:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 15:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 15:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:31 Kidsgrove | 1h21 | 15:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 16:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 16:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:31 Kidsgrove | 1h21 | 16:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 17:21 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:03 Kidsgrove | 1h18 | 17:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:31 Kidsgrove | 1h21 | 17:52 Bolton | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Kidsgrove to Bolton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 22:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Discover the best of Bolton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bolton trip today.
Bolton's main museum with local history, art, Egyptology and aquarium displays, all close to the town centre.
Independent museum telling the story of local steam, electricity and engineering through working exhibits and volunteer guides.
Art gallery and museum in a former house, showing decorative arts, paintings and objects linked to local collecting history.
Large country park with moorland views, reservoirs, walking trails and access to one of Bolton's best-known hilltop panoramas.
Popular beauty spot with a reservoir, woodland paths and open moor walks, well suited to gentle strolls or longer hikes.
Historic village area with cobbled character, old buildings and scenic access to museum grounds and woodland walks.
A hearty black pudding made in nearby Bury from pig’s blood, fat and oats. It is a defining Greater Manchester breakfast staple.
Soft bread rolls split and filled with buttered chips, often with salt and vinegar. A classic North West cheap eat loved in Bolton.
A savoury pie from nearby Wigan filled traditionally with potato, onion and meat. It reflects Lancashire’s working-class baking heritage.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving charcoal-grilled meats, mezze and fresh bread in a smart but relaxed setting.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable neighbourhood dining room.
Refined Indian dining with regional dishes and attentive service, suited to a more polished evening meal.
Bolton is usually cheaper than Manchester or London for hotels, meals and local travel, making it good value for most visitors.
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Bolton Station -> Bolton Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kidsgrove 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.

Most Kidsgrove to Bolton trains use the Kidsgrove to Bolton station pair. Use this guide to compare Kidsgrove and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kidsgrove has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kidsgrove.
Ticket office support is available at Kidsgrove.
Available at Kidsgrove: Parking, WC.
Available at Kidsgrove: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kidsgrove: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Level to Manchester to Stoke on Trent bound platform only. Access to all other platforms via footbridge only. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
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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