Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON)

Showing times and prices for 13 Nov

Cheapest price

£4

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

33 m

Average duration

34 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

25 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Bolton station (BON) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .

The slowest trains will take 36 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.

Northern Rail (3)
04:290h38
Manchester Airport (MIA)
05:07Bolton station (BON)
£41One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
05:480h33
Manchester Airport (MIA)
06:21Bolton station (BON)
£61One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
06:480h33
Manchester Airport (MIA)
07:21Bolton station (BON)
£61One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
07:450h36
Manchester Airport (MIA)
08:21Bolton station (BON)
£71One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
17:170h36
Manchester Airport (MIA)
17:53Bolton station (BON)
£71One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £7.

Distance: 25 km

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£7

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Cheapest

£8

Average Price

1h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

34m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 37m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 22:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
northern_rail22:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h34
22:51 Bolton station (BON)0 changesdirect
Thursday 13 November
northern_rail04:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h38
05:07 Bolton station (BON)0 changesdirect
northern_rail05:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h33
06:21 Bolton station (BON)0 changesdirect
northern_rail06:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h33
07:21 Bolton station (BON)0 changesdirect
northern_rail13:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h35
13:52 Bolton station (BON)0 changesdirect
northern_rail17:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h36
17:53 Bolton station (BON)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON)

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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:29, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 32m.

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
25 km
Average train duration
34m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
32m
First train
04:29
Last train
21:45
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: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Bolton station (BON) from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£4
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
£9
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
£22
first_transpennine_express frequency
13 a day

FAQs: Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) 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 station (BON), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £7.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) is by train, costing approximately £4.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) covers a distance of 25 km and takes approximately 32m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) is 25 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) leaves at 4:29.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) departs at 21:45.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON) run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON).
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Bolton station (BON). The service operates 5 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON).
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton station (BON), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Bolton station (BON)

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Bolton
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Bolton.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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