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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Bolton
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
14S$
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
24S$
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
1 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
1 h 29 m
Trains on 28 Sept
4
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Bolton will cost around 24S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 14S$.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 4 trains from Liverpool to Bolton, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:45 AM1h40Liverpool10:25 AMBolton14 S$1One-way0 changes- 11:39 AM1h18Liverpool12:57 PMBolton27 S$1One-way0 changes
- 5:46 AM1h39Liverpool7:25 AMBolton28 S$1One-way0 changes
- 6:39 AM1h18Liverpool7:57 AMBolton28 S$1One-way0 changes
- 6:39 AM1h18Liverpool7:57 AMBolton28 S$1One-way0 changes
- 11:39 AM1h18Liverpool12:57 PMBolton27 S$1One-way0 changes
- 5:46 AM1h39Liverpool7:25 AMBolton28 S$1One-way0 changes
- 8:45 AM1h40Liverpool10:25 AMBolton14 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Liverpool to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Bolton trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:46 AM Liverpool | 1h39 | 7:25 AM Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:39 AM Liverpool | 1h18 | 7:57 AM Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:45 AM Liverpool | 1h40 | 10:25 AM Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:39 AM Liverpool | 1h18 | 12:57 PM Bolton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Liverpool to Bolton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 11S$ if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 48m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price 11S$ |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway from Liverpool to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Liverpool and Bolton from 11S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool to Bolton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to Bolton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bolton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Bolton
Most Liverpool to Bolton trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Bolton station pair, with some services arriving at Hall I' Th' Wood. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Bolton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Kirkdale from Liverpool city centre
Kirkdale is 3 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Kirkdale train station facilities and services
Kirkdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kirkdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kirkdale. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kirkdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kirkdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kirkdale: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Access to the Ticket Office is step free, both platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Bolton station do trains from Liverpool arrive at?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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