Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 29 Oct

Cheapest price on 29 Oct

£4

Average ticket price on 29 Oct

£4

Fastest journey on 29 Oct

19 m

Average journey duration on 29 Oct

24 m

Trains on 29 Oct

6

Distance

17 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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 Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.

Fast trains

On Thu 29 Oct, we found 6 trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON), including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 17 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .

The slowest trains will take 42 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 RailG89597
    13:020h19
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    13:21Bolton station (BON)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89589
    12:020h19
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:21Bolton station (BON)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89602
    13:330h20
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    13:53Bolton station (BON)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89593
    12:330h20
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    12:53Bolton station (BON)
    £41One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailP28687+Transpennine ExpressW84680
    13:070h42
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    13:49Bolton station (BON)
    £51One-way
    1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON)

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Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 13m.

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
17 km
Average train duration
20m
Cheapest ticket price
£3
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
13m
First train
5:02
Last train
17:50
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).

The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £3, while the average price tends to be around £4.
The train journey from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) covers a distance of 17 km and takes approximately 13m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) is 17 km.
The first train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) leaves at 5:02.
The last train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) departs at 17:50.
Trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bolton station (BON). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express.

Live departures

Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) trains for today, Wednesday 28 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89556
On time
8:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
8:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28633+Transpennine ExpressW84651
Delayed
8:27 8:07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
8:49 Bolton station (BON)
1 change
Northern RailG89560
On time
8:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
8:52 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89062
On time
8:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
9:08 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89564
On time
9:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
9:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28643+Transpennine ExpressW84656
Delayed
9:27 9:07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
9:49 Bolton station (BON)
1 change
Northern RailG89569
On time
9:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
9:53 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89045
On time
9:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
10:08 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89573
On time
10:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
10:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89617
On time
15:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
15:22 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28709+Transpennine ExpressW84692
Delayed
15:27 15:07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
15:49 Bolton station (BON)
1 change
Northern RailG89541
On time
15:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
15:52 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89053
On time
15:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
16:08 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89543
On time
16:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
16:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28719+Transpennine ExpressW84697
Delayed
16:27 16:07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
16:49 Bolton station (BON)
1 change
Northern RailG89550
On time
17:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
17:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28728+Transpennine ExpressW84702
Delayed
17:27 17:07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
17:49 Bolton station (BON)
1 change
Northern RailG89554
On time
17:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
17:52 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89069
On time
17:50 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
18:09 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89558
On time
18:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
18:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28735+Transpennine ExpressW84708
Delayed
18:27 18:07Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h42
18:49 Bolton station (BON)
1 change
Northern RailG89583
On time
21:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
21:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28759+Transpennine ExpressW84750
Delayed
21:30 21:19Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h30
21:49 Bolton station (BON)
1 change
Northern RailG89587
On time
21:33 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
21:52 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89591
On time
22:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
22:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89060
On time
22:17 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h20
22:37 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89595
On time
22:35 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h18
22:53 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89599
On time
23:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
23:21 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89604
On time
23:32 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
0h19
23:51 Bolton station (BON)
0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bolton station (BON) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

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 Northern Rail Duration
13m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£3
Northern Rail frequency
9 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 Transpennine Express Duration
17m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£5
Transpennine Express frequency
2 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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bolton station (BON)

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).
There is no night train service from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).

FAQs: Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) 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
Booking trains from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON).

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bolton station (BON)

Most Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) to Bolton station (BON) trains use the Manchester Victoria to Bolton station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) and Bolton station (BON) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Bolton
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre

Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min

Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services

Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.

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