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The cheapest and fastest trains from Widnes to Bolton
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
32 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Widnes to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Widnes to Bolton will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Widnes for Bolton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
05:431h42
Widnes07:25Bolton
£161One-way
0 changes
06:231h26
Widnes07:49Bolton
£181One-way
0 changes
06:231h26
Widnes07:49Bolton
£181One-way
0 changes
05:431h42
Widnes07:25Bolton
£161One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Widnes to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Widnes to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 32 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£16 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Widnes to Bolton train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:05
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:10 Widnes | 1h47 | 11:57 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:10 Widnes | 1h47 | 13:57 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 05:43 Widnes | 1h42 | 07:25 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:23 Widnes | 1h26 | 07:49 Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Widnes to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Widnes to Bolton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 22:22 |
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
Train companies: East Midlands Trains from Widnes to Bolton trainsEast Midlands Trains trains will get you between Widnes and Bolton from £15. 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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
£17
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 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
FAQs: Widnes to Bolton train
FAQs: Travel by train from Widnes to Bolton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Widnes to Bolton.
Booking trains from Widnes to Bolton in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Widnes to Bolton is 32 km.
The train journey from Widnes to Bolton covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 1h 13m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Widnes to Bolton can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The first train from Widnes to Bolton leaves at 5:54.
To get from Widnes to Bolton, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Widnes to Bolton departs at 22:22.
The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Bolton is by train, costing approximately £15.
The train station in Widnes that goes to Bolton is Widnes station (WID), and it arrives at Bolton station (BON).
Trains from Widnes to Bolton run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Widnes to Bolton.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Widnes to Bolton.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Widnes to Bolton.
There is no night train service from Widnes to Bolton.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Widnes and Bolton
Widnes
Bolton
The major train station for departures in Widnes is Widnes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Widnes for your trip from Widnes to Bolton.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 07:00 - 14:25 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Step free access to Liverpool platform from station front. Separate ramp access from road bridge to Manchester 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Widnes
- Onward travel information: None. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Birchfield Road - at the service bus stop adjacent to the cemetery wall for services towards Warrington and in the layby at the entrance to Victoria Park for services towards Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 00:10 Sunday 08:40 - 23:05
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access to Liverpool bound platform. Access to the Manchester bound platform is off Netherley Road via 12 metre ramp and then 11 steps.
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 1
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Hough Green
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Liverpool Road (200 yards from station, station side for Warrington, opposite side for Liverpool)
The major train station for arrivals in Bolton is Bolton. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bolton for your journey to Bolton from Widnes.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Bolton
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday,Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
4 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lostock
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up at the top of the station car park.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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