How much does a train ticket cost from Bolton to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Bolton to Manchester start from £3. The average price for this train route is around £5. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Bolton to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Bolton to Manchester is 26m, covering a distance of 10 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 13m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Bolton to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 37 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bolton to Manchester?

The earliest train from Bolton to Manchester departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 23:35.

Train Bolton to Manchester from £3

Next train departures

Next departures from Bolton to Manchester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:09	Bromley Cross (Lancs)	30m	09:39	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	07:38	Bolton	13m	07:51	Deansgate	Fastest
Train	07:16	Bolton	23m	07:39	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	07:22	Bolton	17m	07:39	Deansgate	No tags
Train	07:26	Bolton	23m	07:49	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Next departures from Bolton to Manchester on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:16	Bolton	23m	07:39	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	07:37	Bolton	14m	07:51	Deansgate	Fastest
Train	07:14	Horwich Parkway	25m	07:39	Deansgate	No tags
Train	07:30	Horwich Parkway	21m	07:51	Deansgate	No tags
Train	07:45	Horwich Parkway	25m	08:10	Deansgate	No tags

Next departures from Bolton to Manchester on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:19	Bolton	19m	11:38	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	09:58	Bolton	15m	10:13	Deansgate	Fastest
Train	09:50	Horwich Parkway	23m	10:13	Deansgate	No tags
Train	10:50	Horwich Parkway	23m	11:13	Deansgate	No tags
Train	11:48	Horwich Parkway	24m	12:12	Deansgate	No tags

Next departures from Bolton to Manchester on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:25	Bolton	24m	15:49	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	07:38	Bolton	13m	07:51	Deansgate	Fastest
Train	07:14	Horwich Parkway	25m	07:39	Deansgate	No tags
Train	07:30	Horwich Parkway	21m	07:51	Deansgate	No tags
Train	07:45	Horwich Parkway	24m	08:09	Deansgate	No tags

Next departures from Bolton to Manchester on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:25	Bolton	24m	15:49	Manchester Victoria	Cheapest
Train	07:38	Bolton	13m	07:51	Deansgate	Fastest
Train	07:14	Horwich Parkway	25m	07:39	Deansgate	No tags
Train	07:30	Horwich Parkway	21m	07:51	Deansgate	No tags
Train	08:14	Horwich Parkway	25m	08:39	Deansgate	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 02:05 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Bolton to Manchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £2, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

10mAverage duration

11 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£3 - £7	Average duration55m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£3 - £10	Average duration26m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£2 - £4	Average duration10m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bolton and Manchester?

Bolton

A
Bolton Horwich Parkway Train Station
3 Arena Approach, Horwich, Bolton BL6 6LB, UK

Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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Train Companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at £3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bolton to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Bolton to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Bolton to Manchester start from £3. The average price for this train route is around £5. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bolton to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Bolton to Manchester is 26m, covering a distance of 10 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 13m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Bolton to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 37 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bolton to Manchester?
The earliest train from Bolton to Manchester departs at 07:08. And the latest train departs at 23:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/12

£3

11/12

£4

Today

£4

13/12

£3

14/12

£4

15/12

£3

16/12

£4

17/12

£3

The cheapest trip from Bolton to Manchester was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £3

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bolton to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £3 to £8 for a train ticket from Bolton to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £3, which is on 2025-12-17.