The cheapest and fastest trains from Roose to Bolton
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Roose to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Roose to Bolton will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Roose for Bolton every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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.










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Journey information
Overview: Train from Roose to Bolton
Trains from Roose to Bolton run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:08, the last at 13:38. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 10:08 |
Last train 13:38 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited from Roose to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail (3), Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Roose and Bolton from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Roose to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Roose 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 Roose and Bolton
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Barrow Platform: Step free access via short sloping footpath down from public highway. Lancaster platform: Step free access either via 17 metre footpath from public highway of short sloping footpath from car park. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- 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
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Roose Rd. (Station side for Lancaster, opposite side for Barrow)
- 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
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