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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Birmingham to Bolton

Composite routes from Birmingham to Bolton

Cheapest
4 h 9 min
Car
380 km.
from $20

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 2
FlixBus
Website
Bee Network
Website
FlixBus
Website
2h 10m
Every 3 hours
$15.19–$22.78
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Bee Network
Website
1h 2m
Every 20 minutes
+44 161 244 1000
+44 161 244 1000
Call
Train operators
Found: 4
Avanti West Coast
Website
National Express
Website
Cross Country
Website
Transport for Wales
Website
Avanti West Coast
Website
1h 31m
Hourly
$48.10–$151.89
00 44 345 528 0253
00 44 345 528 0253
Call
National Express
Website
3h 7m
Once daily
$30.38–$44.30
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
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Cross Country
Website
1h 28m
Hourly
$63.29–$164.55
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Transport for Wales
Website
2h 58m
5 times a week
$41.77–$63.29
03333 211 202
03333 211 202
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Bolton is to bus which costs $26.09 - $38.04 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Digbeth and arriving at Bolton Interchange. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Bolton?

The distance between Birmingham and Bolton is 149 km. The road distance is 158.3 km.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $41.30 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Bolton?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Birmingham to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Bolton bus from?

Birmingham to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Digbeth station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Bolton train from?

Birmingham to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Bolton?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Bolton is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $41.30 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $38.04 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Birmingham to Bolton bus arrive?

Birmingham to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Birmingham to Bolton train arrive?

Birmingham to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Bolton is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Birmingham to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Bolton?

Book your Birmingham to Bolton train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Bolton?

Book your Birmingham to Bolton bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3168+ hotels available in Bolton. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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