The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne
Cheapest price on 27 Sept
£33
Average ticket price on 27 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 27 Sept
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 27 Sept
3 h 13 m
Trains on 27 Sept
3
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne you need to make at least one change.
21:171h28Manchester22:45Bolton-upon-dearne£331One-way1 change
23:525h50Manchester5:42Bolton-upon-dearne£331One-way1 change
20:532h22Manchester23:15Bolton-upon-dearne£511One-way2 changes
21:171h28Manchester22:45Bolton-upon-dearne£331One-way1 change
20:532h22Manchester23:15Bolton-upon-dearne£511One-way2 changes
23:525h50Manchester5:42Bolton-upon-dearne£331One-way1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne
Take a train from Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne and enjoy the approximately 61 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 01:13, the last at 22:58.
Distance 61 km |
First train 1:13 |
Last train 22:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: TransPennine Express from Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne trainsTransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Bolton upon Dearne. 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 to Bolton upon Dearne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne 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 upon Dearne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bolton upon Dearne
Most Manchester to Bolton upon Dearne trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton-upon-Dearne station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Bolton upon Dearne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Bolton upon Dearne leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
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.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: 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.
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, 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.
Which Bolton upon Dearne station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Bolton-upon-Dearne from Bolton upon Dearne city centre
Bolton-upon-Dearne train station facilities and services
Bolton-upon-Dearne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton-upon-Dearne.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton-upon-Dearne: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton-upon-Dearne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton-upon-Dearne: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Station, Station is unstaffed. Ramped footbridge to both platforms. There is step free access from the car park onto the station entrance, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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