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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Bolton | Manchester Victoria | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Bolton | Deansgate | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Horwich Parkway | Deansgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Horwich Parkway | Deansgate | No tags | ||||
| Train | Horwich Parkway | Deansgate | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bolton to Manchester
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bolton and Manchester?
Bolton
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Bolton Horwich Parkway Train Station
3 Arena Approach, Horwich, Bolton BL6 6LB, UK
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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 €2. The average price for this train route is around €6. 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 27m, covering a distance of 17 km. 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 36 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
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 23:28.
Which is the best train operator from Bolton to Manchester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bolton to Manchester?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Bolton to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bolton to Manchester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bolton to Manchester was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of €2To 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 €2 to €10 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 €2, which is on 2026-01-26.