Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON)

Showing times and prices for 13 Nov

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£37

Fastest journey

2 h 36 m

Average duration

2 h 36 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

110 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) 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 Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Nottingham station (NOT) for Bolton station (BON) 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 110 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.

East Midlands Trains
09:452h36
Nottingham station (NOT)
12:21Bolton station (BON)
£371One-way
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Compare train and coach for Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 110 km

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£17

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2h 46m

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2h 16m

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Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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east_midlands_railway09:45 Nottingham station (NOT)
2h36
12:21 Bolton station (BON)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON)

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Trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 06:43. The fastest train covers the 110 km distance in 2h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17
Distance
110 km
Average train duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 25m
First train
05:42
Last train
06:43
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £17

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham station (NOT) and Bolton station (BON) from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Learn more about East Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
£22
East Midlands Trains frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Learn more about TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
TransPennine Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 29m
Cheapest Price
£24
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 22m
Cheapest Price
£39
east_midlands_trains frequency
24 a day

FAQs: Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham station (NOT) 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.

FAQs
Booking trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) is by coach, costing approximately £17.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The train journey from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) covers a distance of 110 km and takes approximately 2h 25m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) is 110 km.
The last train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) departs at 6:43.
The first train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) leaves at 5:42.
There is no night train service from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON).
Trains from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON) run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON).
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON).
To get from Nottingham station (NOT) to Bolton station (BON), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham station (NOT) and Bolton station (BON)

Nottingham
Bolton
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Bolton.
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Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
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HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: none
  • Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Nottingham
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.

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