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Bolton Museum and Art Gallery
Bolton's main museum with local history, art, Egyptology and aquarium displays, all close to the town centre.
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Urmston to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Urmston to Bolton will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Urmston to Bolton you need to make at least one change.










The table below shows live departures for Urmston to Bolton trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:23 Urmston | 0h29 | 6:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:54 Urmston | 1h13 | 8:07 Bolton | 2 changes | |
![]() | 6:57 Urmston | 0h40 | 7:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:18 Urmston | 0h34 | 7:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:46 Urmston | 0h35 | 8:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:19 Urmston | 0h33 | 8:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:46 Urmston | 0h35 | 9:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:23 Urmston | 0h30 | 9:53 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:46 Urmston | 0h35 | 10:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:58 Urmston | 0h39 | 10:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:20 Urmston | 0h32 | 10:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:58 Urmston | 0h39 | 11:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:23 Urmston | 0h29 | 11:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:58 Urmston | 0h39 | 12:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:20 Urmston | 0h32 | 12:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:58 Urmston | 0h39 | 13:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:23 Urmston | 0h30 | 13:53 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:58 Urmston | 0h39 | 14:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:20 Urmston | 0h32 | 14:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:58 Urmston | 0h39 | 15:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:23 Urmston | 0h29 | 15:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:58 Urmston | 0h50 | 16:48 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:20 Urmston | 0h32 | 16:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:49 Urmston | 0h32 | 17:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:23 Urmston | 0h29 | 17:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:49 Urmston | 0h32 | 18:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:20 Urmston | 0h32 | 18:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:58 Urmston | 0h41 | 19:39 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:23 Urmston | 0h29 | 19:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:58 Urmston | 0h39 | 20:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:20 Urmston | 0h32 | 20:52 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:58 Urmston | 0h50 | 21:48 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:24 Urmston | 0h57 | 22:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:58 Urmston | 0h39 | 22:37 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:30 Urmston | 0h51 | 23:21 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:11 Urmston | 0h39 | 23:50 Bolton | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:59 Urmston | 5h23 | 5:22 Bolton | 1 change | |
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Trains from Urmston to Bolton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 16 km distance in 35m.
Distance 16 km |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 5:54 |
Last train 23:11 |
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Discover the best of Bolton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bolton trip today.
Bolton's main museum with local history, art, Egyptology and aquarium displays, all close to the town centre.
Independent museum telling the story of local steam, electricity and engineering through working exhibits and volunteer guides.
Art gallery and museum in a former house, showing decorative arts, paintings and objects linked to local collecting history.
Large country park with moorland views, reservoirs, walking trails and access to one of Bolton's best-known hilltop panoramas.
Popular beauty spot with a reservoir, woodland paths and open moor walks, well suited to gentle strolls or longer hikes.
Historic village area with cobbled character, old buildings and scenic access to museum grounds and woodland walks.
A hearty black pudding made in nearby Bury from pig’s blood, fat and oats. It is a defining Greater Manchester breakfast staple.
Soft bread rolls split and filled with buttered chips, often with salt and vinegar. A classic North West cheap eat loved in Bolton.
A savoury pie from nearby Wigan filled traditionally with potato, onion and meat. It reflects Lancashire’s working-class baking heritage.
Popular Turkish restaurant serving charcoal-grilled meats, mezze and fresh bread in a smart but relaxed setting.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable neighbourhood dining room.
Refined Indian dining with regional dishes and attentive service, suited to a more polished evening meal.
Bolton is usually cheaper than Manchester or London for hotels, meals and local travel, making it good value for most visitors.
Service is often included or optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is typical for good service. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Bolton Station -> Bolton Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Urmston 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.

Most Urmston to Bolton trains use the Urmston to Bolton station pair, with some services arriving at Lostock. Use this guide to compare Urmston and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Urmston is 1 km from Urmston city centre. Public transport options include:
Urmston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Urmston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Urmston: Parking.
Available at Urmston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Urmston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Services towards Manchester : From Flixton Road, down a ramp (86 paces, average 1:15 slope) or down 20 steps to the left of the ticket office and onto the platform. Services towards Liverpool and Warrington : Level access onto the platform from the car park behind the old station building, or down 25 steps from the Station Road bridge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
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.
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Lostock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Lostock.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lostock: Parking.
Available at Lostock: Bike Parking.
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.
Bromley Cross is 3 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bromley Cross has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Bromley Cross.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bromley Cross: Parking.
Available at Bromley Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bromley Cross: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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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