4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Bolton
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Bolton will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Newcastle to Bolton you need to make at least one change.
G16063+
L89696 · G89560+
C019045:273h25Newcastle station (NCL)8:52Bolton station (BON)£341One-way3 changes- C00870+P286294:214h10Newcastle station (NCL)8:31Bolton station (BON)£441One-way1 change
- G15891+P28637+C019615:563h35Newcastle station (NCL)9:31Bolton station (BON)£441One-way2 changes
- C01241+P28629+C019554:353h56Newcastle station (NCL)8:31Bolton station (BON)£441One-way2 changes
- C31904+W848975:423h24Newcastle station (NCL)9:06Bolton station (BON)£441One-way1 change
- C31904+W848975:423h24Newcastle station (NCL)9:06Bolton station (BON)£441One-way1 change
- G16063+L89696 · G89560+C019045:273h25Newcastle station (NCL)8:52Bolton station (BON)£341One-way3 changes
- G15891+P28637+C019615:563h35Newcastle station (NCL)9:31Bolton station (BON)£441One-way2 changes
- C01241+P28629+C019554:353h56Newcastle station (NCL)8:31Bolton station (BON)£441One-way2 changes
- C00870+L89245 · G895564:214h00Newcastle station (NCL)8:21Bolton station (BON)£531One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Newcastle to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £162.
Distance: 163 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£45 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £321 Average Price |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Bolton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C00870+P28629 | 4:21 Newcastle station (NCL) | 4h10 | 8:31 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
| C00870+L89245 · G89556 | 4:21 Newcastle station (NCL) | 4h00 | 8:21 Bolton station (BON) | 2 changes | |
| C01241+C01955+P28629 | 4:35 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h56 | 8:31 Bolton station (BON) | 2 changes | |
| G16063+C01904+L89696 · G89560 | 5:27 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h25 | 8:52 Bolton station (BON) | 3 changes | |
| C31904+W84897 | 5:42 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h24 | 9:06 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
| G15891+P28637+C01961 | 5:56 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h35 | 9:31 Bolton station (BON) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newcastle to Bolton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 0:23 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Newcastle to Bolton trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Newcastle and Bolton from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle and Bolton
Most Newcastle to Bolton trains use the Newcastle to Bolton station pair, with some services arriving at Hall I' Th' Wood. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Newcastle from Newcastle city centre
Newcastle train station facilities and services
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
Which Bolton station do trains from Newcastle 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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