How to Travel from
Leicester to Bolton
by Route or Car
Schedule
Leicester, Great Britain → Bolton, Great Britain
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Leicester to Bolton
Composite routes from Leicester to Bolton
Cheapest
3 h 46 min
Car
358 km.
from $19
Other
2 h 44 min
135 km.
from $159.91
4 h 59 min
136 km.
Select a ticket
2 h 44 min
136 km.
from $69.91
5 h 21 min
136 km.
from $75.33
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Leicester St Margarets bus station to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58
Bee Network
Phone:
+44 161 244 1000
Website:
traveline.info
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bolton
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Train operators
Avanti West Coast
Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Nuneaton to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$45.57–$151.89
East Midlands Railways
Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.11–$49.37
Train from Sheffield to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$36.71
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38
Bus from Digbeth to Bolton
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Cross Country
Train from Leicester to Nuneaton
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$40.50
TransPennine Express Service
Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.76–$27.85
Train from Sheffield to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$44.30
Northern Rail
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.08–$8.23
Train from Sheffield to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$15.19
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bolton?
The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bolton is to drive which costs $35.87 - $53.26 and takes 2h 3m.
What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Bolton?
The fastest way to get from Leicester to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $35.87 - $53.26 .
Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Bolton?
No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margarets bus station and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.
Is there a direct train between Leicester and Bolton?
No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Bolton via Nuneaton and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.
How far is it from Leicester to Bolton?
The distance between Leicester and Bolton is 186 km. The road distance is 187.9 km.
How do I travel from Leicester to Bolton without a car?
The best way to get from Leicester to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $65.22 - $195.65 .
How long does it take to get from Leicester to Bolton?
It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Leicester to Bolton, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Leicester to Bolton bus from?
Leicester to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leicester station.
Where do I catch the Leicester to Bolton train from?
Leicester to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Train, bus or fly from Leicester to Bolton?
The best way to get from Leicester to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $65.22 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs and takes 4h 59m. There are no good options to bus between Leicester to Bolton.
Where does the Leicester to Bolton bus arrive?
Leicester to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.
Where does the Leicester to Bolton train arrive?
Leicester to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nuneaton station.
Can I drive from Leicester to Bolton?
Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Bolton is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Leicester to Bolton.
How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Bolton?
Book your Leicester to Bolton train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Leicester to Bolton?
Book your Leicester to Bolton bus tickets online with Omio.
Where can I stay near Bolton?
There are 3228+ hotels available in Bolton. Prices start at $47.83 per night.
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