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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ormskirk to Bolton
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ormskirk to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ormskirk to Bolton will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ormskirk 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 30 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
Live departures
Ormskirk to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Ormskirk to Bolton trains for tomorrow, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:51 Ormskirk | 2h30 | 07:21 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ormskirk to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ormskirk to Bolton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:53. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 21:53 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Merseyrail, Northern Trains Limited from Ormskirk to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail (3), Merseyrail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Ormskirk and Bolton from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
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FAQs: Ormskirk to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ormskirk 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ormskirk and Bolton
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:27 Sunday 08:05 - 00:27 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Ticket office and platforms are step free, however car park has uneven ramp access.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: in car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on the station approach
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ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: On Crompton Way for buses to Bolton or Halliwell. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Crompton Way, under railway bridge (Nearside for Blackburn, Farside for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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