The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport 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 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.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Bolton station (BON) 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 25 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 38 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 and coach for Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport 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 36m. 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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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) trains for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:48 Manchester Airport | 0h33 | 10:21 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 December | |||||
![]() | 07:44 Manchester Airport | 0h38 | 08:22 Bolton station (BON) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON)
Trains from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 17:17. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 33m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 17:17 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Airport 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.
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FAQs: Manchester Airport to Bolton station (BON) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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.

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