The cheapest and fastest trains from Middleton to Bolton
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
33 m
Average duration
33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Middleton to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Middleton to Bolton will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 1 trains that leave Middleton for Bolton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 33 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.
9:290h33Middleton10:02Bolton£41One-way0 changes
9:290h33Middleton10:02Bolton£41One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Middleton to Bolton
Trains from Middleton to Bolton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:21, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 33m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 1:21 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Middleton to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Middleton and Bolton from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Middleton to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Middleton 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 Middleton and Bolton
Most Middleton to Bolton trains use the Mills Hill to Bolton station pair, with some services arriving at Bromley Cross. Use this guide to compare Middleton and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Middleton station do trains to Bolton leave from?
Getting to Mills Hill from Middleton city centre
Mills Hill is 1 km from Middleton city centre. Public transport options include:
Mills Hill train station facilities and services
Mills Hill 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 Mills Hill: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Mills Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mills Hill: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Lifts available Services towards Manchester : From Oldham Road, up a ramp (93 paces, 1:14 average slope) or up 18 steps and a ramp (41 paces, 1:14 slope) onto the platform. Services Towards Rochdale : From Oldham Road, up a stepped ramp (65 paces, 1:10 slope)27 steps onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bolton station do trains from Middleton 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 Bromley Cross from Bolton city centre
Bromley Cross is 3 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bromley Cross train station facilities and services
Bromley Cross 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 Bromley Cross.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bromley Cross: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bromley Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bromley Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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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