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Get from Bolton to Lancaster
The journey takes about 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bolton to Lancaster by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bolton to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Bolton to Lancaster start from $28. The average price for this train route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bolton to Lancaster?
The average train ride duration from Bolton to Lancaster is 44m, covering a distance of 37 miles (59 km). The quickest train can get you there in 36m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Bolton to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bolton to Lancaster?
The earliest train departs from Bolton to Lancaster at 9:09am. And the latest train departs at 4:44pm.
What is the best train operator from Bolton to Lancaster?
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 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bolton to Lancaster?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Bolton to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Lancaster?
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 Lancaster was searched and found on Dec 21, 2025 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bolton to Lancaster, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $32 for a train ticket from Bolton to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-12-21.
