4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Bolton
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Bolton will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
To travel from York to Bolton you need to make at least one change.
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L89696 · G895606:462h06York station (YRK)8:52Bolton station (BON)£321One-way2 changes- C01241+P286296:152h16York station (YRK)8:31Bolton station (BON)£351One-way1 change
- C24943+L89249 · G895647:042h17York station (YRK)9:21Bolton station (BON)£351One-way2 changes
- G15891+P286377:172h14York station (YRK)9:31Bolton station (BON)£351One-way1 change
- G85355 · G89573+A33166 · G159566:443h37York station (YRK)10:21Bolton station (BON)£361One-way3 changes
- G16063+L89696 · G895606:462h06York station (YRK)8:52Bolton station (BON)£321One-way2 changes
- G15891+P286377:172h14York station (YRK)9:31Bolton station (BON)£351One-way1 change
- C01241+P286296:152h16York station (YRK)8:31Bolton station (BON)£351One-way1 change
- C24943+L89249 · G895647:042h17York station (YRK)9:21Bolton station (BON)£351One-way2 changes
- G88958+W848987:112h56York station (YRK)10:07Bolton station (BON)£511One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for York to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 98 km
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£23 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
York to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Bolton trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01241+P28629 | 6:15 York station (YRK) | 2h16 | 8:31 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
| G85355+G15956 · A33166+G89573 | 6:44 York station (YRK) | 3h37 | 10:21 Bolton station (BON) | 3 changes | |
| G16063+L89696 · G89560 | 6:46 York station (YRK) | 2h06 | 8:52 Bolton station (BON) | 2 changes | |
| C24943+L89249 · G89564 | 7:04 York station (YRK) | 2h17 | 9:21 Bolton station (BON) | 2 changes | |
| G88958+W84898 | 7:11 York station (YRK) | 2h56 | 10:07 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
| G15891+P28637 | 7:17 York station (YRK) | 2h14 | 9:31 Bolton station (BON) | 1 change | |
 G01146+W84662+P28653 | 7:43 York station (YRK) | 3h06 | 10:49 Bolton station (BON) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Bolton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 0:17 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from York to Bolton trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between York and Bolton from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: York to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in York and Bolton
Most York to Bolton trains use the York to Bolton station pair, with some services arriving at Bromley Cross. Use this guide to compare York and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Bolton leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Bolton station do trains from York arrive at?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Bromley Cross from Bolton city centre
Bromley Cross is 3 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bromley Cross train station facilities and services
Bromley Cross has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bromley Cross.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bromley Cross: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bromley Cross: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: 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.
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