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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON)
Cheapest price on 13 Sept
£72
Average ticket price on 13 Sept
£72
Fastest journey on 13 Sept
3 h 2 m
Average journey duration on 13 Sept
3 h 14 m
Trains on 13 Sept
2
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) 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 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
To travel from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) you need to make at least one change.
W33108+
P240499:013h02Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:03Bolton station (BON)£721One-way1 change- W33349+NT2026009:343h25Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:59Bolton station (BON)£721One-way1 change
- W33108+P240499:013h02Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:03Bolton station (BON)£721One-way1 change
- W33349+NT2026009:343h25Milton Keynes Central (MKC)12:59Bolton station (BON)£721One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £142.
Distance: 204 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£142 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON):
A coach is £102 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) costing on average £142.
Other travel options to Bolton station (BON) take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 15m.
You'll arrive about 54m sooner (2h 2m by train vs 2h 56m by car). Tickets start at around £142 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) trains for tomorrow, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W33108+P24049 | 9:01 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h02 | 12:03 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
| W33349+NT202600 | 9:34 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) | 3h25 | 12:59 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON)
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Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £133 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 204 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 204 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £133 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 6:17 |
Last train 22:46 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Bolton station (BON) from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes Central (MKC) 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 Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Bolton station (BON)
Most Milton Keynes Central (MKC) to Bolton station (BON) trains use the Milton Keynes Central to Bolton station pair. Use this guide to compare Milton Keynes Central (MKC) and Bolton station (BON) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milton Keynes Central from Milton Keynes city centre
Milton Keynes Central is 1 km from Milton Keynes city centre. Public transport options include:
Milton Keynes Central train station facilities and services
Milton Keynes Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Milton Keynes Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milton Keynes Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milton Keynes Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milton Keynes Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, 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 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.
Most popular train connections from Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Most popular trains to and from Bolton station (BON) and Milton Keynes Central (MKC)
Most popular train connections to Bolton station (BON)
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