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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Middlesbrough to Bolton
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middlesbrough to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middlesbrough to Bolton will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Middlesbrough to Bolton you need to make at least one change.
6:172h45Middlesbrough9:02Bolton£521One-way1 change- 7:102h52Middlesbrough10:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
- 8:142h48Middlesbrough11:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
- 9:142h48Middlesbrough12:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
- 10:152h47Middlesbrough13:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
- 6:172h45Middlesbrough9:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
- 10:152h47Middlesbrough13:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
- 8:142h48Middlesbrough11:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
- 9:142h48Middlesbrough12:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
- 11:142h48Middlesbrough14:02Bolton£521One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Middlesbrough to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Middlesbrough to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 135 km
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3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Middlesbrough to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Middlesbrough to Bolton trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 22:11 Middlesbrough | 7h51 | 6:02 Bolton | 1 change | |
| 23:29 Middlesbrough | 6h33 | 6:02 Bolton | 3 changes | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Middlesbrough to Bolton.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middlesbrough to Bolton
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Trains from Middlesbrough to Bolton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 135 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:32 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express from Middlesbrough to Bolton trainsTranspennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Middlesbrough and Bolton from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Middlesbrough to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middlesbrough 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Middlesbrough and Bolton
Most Middlesbrough to Bolton trains use the Middlesbrough to Bolton station pair, with some services arriving at Hall I' Th' Wood. Use this guide to compare Middlesbrough and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Middlesbrough station do trains to Bolton leave from?
Getting to Middlesbrough from Middlesbrough city centre
Middlesbrough train station facilities and services
Middlesbrough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Middlesbrough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Middlesbrough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Middlesbrough.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Middlesbrough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Middlesbrough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Middlesbrough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from the subway to both platforms, the booking hall and concourse. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay), 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, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to South Bank from Middlesbrough city centre
South Bank is 3 km from Middlesbrough city centre. Public transport options include:
South Bank train station facilities and services
South Bank has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at South Bank.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Bank: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Bank: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. Access for disabled passengers to platform 1 (Middlesbrough) from Normanby Road is accessible. However access to the platform 2 (Saltburn) is via a footbridge so is not suitable for wheelchair users, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bolton station do trains from Middlesbrough arrive at?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Lostock from Bolton city centre
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Lostock train station facilities and services
Lostock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lostock.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lostock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lostock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lostock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform, 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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