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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Preston to Bolton

Composite routes from Preston to Bolton

Cheapest
4 h 46 min
Car
455 km.
from $25

Transport providers

Train operators

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Bolton
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.66–$34.18

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Bolton
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76

Bus operators

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire

Phone:
+44 151 330 6200
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/about/merseyside-and-south-lancashire
Bus from Bus Station to Gaskell
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.78–$3.92

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bolton is to line 125 bus which costs $2.39 - $3.37 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bolton is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $7.07 - $10.33 .

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Gaskell Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Bolton. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Preston to Bolton?

The distance between Preston and Bolton is 32 km. The road distance is 35.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs $6.52 - $29.35 .

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

The train from Preston to Bolton takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bolton bus from?

Preston to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bolton train from?

Preston to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Bolton?

The best way to get from Preston to Bolton is to train which takes 33 min and costs $6.52 - $29.35 . Alternatively, you can line 125 bus, which costs $2.39 - $3.37 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Preston to Bolton bus arrive?

Preston to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Gaskell Street station.

Where does the Preston to Bolton train arrive?

Preston to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Preston to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bolton is 36 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Preston to Bolton.

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

Book your Preston to Bolton train 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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