Bolton to Liverpool train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Liverpool

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

$22

Average ticket price on Sep 20

$32

Fastest journey on Sep 20

1 h 43 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

2 h 10 m

Trains on Sep 20

4

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bolton to Liverpool will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bolton to Liverpool without transferring at least once.

  • Northern RailNT203000 · G89166
    8:23 AM1h44
    Bolton station (BON)
    10:07 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Northern RailL89315+Transpennine ExpressC24815 · W84660
    9:19 AM1h43
    Bolton station (BON)
    11:02 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    $351One-way
    2 transfers
  • Northern RailL89315 · C32421+Transpennine ExpressC24815
    9:19 AM2h04
    Bolton station (BON)
    11:23 AMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    $351One-way
    2 transfers
  • Northern RailL89315+Transpennine ExpressC24815 · W84666+Mersey RailG30591
    9:19 AM3h08
    Bolton station (BON)
    12:27 PMMoorfields (MRF)
    $351One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bolton to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $24.

Distance: 25 miles (41 km)

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Driving

$24

Average price

$15

Average price

Cheapest

$12

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 36m

Average total duration

2h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

57m

Average total duration

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bolton to Liverpool is a bus with an average price of $15.

This is compared to other travel options from Bolton to Liverpool:

A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolton to Liverpool costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Bolton to Liverpool is by train with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Liverpool take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bolton and Liverpool including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bolton to Liverpool among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $24 compared to roughly $12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.49. The journey takes 1h 3m versus 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Bolton to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Liverpool trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailG89822+Transpennine ExpressN60936+Northern RailG86162
On time
7:22 AM Bolton station (BON)
2h06
9:28 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
Northern RailP28781+East Midlands RailwayC21346
On time
7:26 AM Bolton station (BON)
2h03
9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89879+East Midlands RailwayC21346
On time
7:38 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h51
9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89879+Transpennine ExpressW84650+Mersey RailG30572
On time
7:38 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h49
9:27 AM Moorfields (MRF)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89824+East Midlands RailwayC21346
On time
7:53 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h36
9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailP24158+East Midlands RailwayC21346
On time
7:57 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h32
9:29 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89826 · G86165
On time
8:22 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h31
9:53 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89826+Transpennine ExpressW84655
On time
8:22 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h38
10:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89826+Transpennine ExpressW84655+Mersey RailG30577
On time
8:22 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h50
10:12 AM Moorfields (MRF)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89826 · P24192+Mersey RailG30577
On time
8:22 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h47
10:09 AM Liverpool Central (LVC)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89826 · P24192+Mersey RailG30577
On time
8:22 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h50
10:12 AM Moorfields (MRF)
2 transfers
Northern RailG89826+Transpennine ExpressC24943+Transport for WalesG38400
On time
8:22 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h09
9:31 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers
Northern RailP28665 · G85392
On time
11:49 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h22
1:11 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89847+East Midlands RailwayC04454
On time
11:54 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h35
1:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailG89847+Transpennine ExpressG15916
On time
11:54 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h37
1:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailP24175+East Midlands RailwayC04454
On time
11:58 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h31
1:29 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
1 transfer
Northern RailP24175+Transpennine ExpressG15916+Transport for WalesG38414
On time
11:58 AM Bolton station (BON)
1h33
1:31 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
2 transfers

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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway offer trains services from Bolton to Liverpool.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Bolton to Liverpool.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail or East Midlands Railway to find the best option for your trip from Bolton to Liverpool.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bolton to Liverpool.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bolton to Liverpool

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Trains from Bolton to Liverpool run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:19, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
25 miles (41 km)
Average train duration
1h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
$8
Trains per day
14
Fastest train
51m
First train
2:19 AM
Last train
11:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
6 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway from Bolton to Liverpool trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway trains will get you between Bolton and Liverpool from $8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
51m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$12
Transpennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
$8
Northern Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
$10
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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The Beatles Story

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British pound sterling (£)

Moderate for UK city breaks: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while transit and casual meals are fairly affordable for tourists.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add about 10%. Cafes and pubs: no tip expected, small change appreciated.

FAQs: Trains from Bolton to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Bolton to Liverpool can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $8, while the average price is around $24.
The train from Bolton to Liverpool takes 51m and runs 14 per day.
The distance by train from Bolton to Liverpool is 25 miles (41 km).
The first train from Bolton to Liverpool leaves at 2:19 AM.
The last train from Bolton to Liverpool leaves at 11:40 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Bolton to Liverpool.
There is no direct train service currently available from Bolton to Liverpool.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bolton to Liverpool.
The train station in Bolton that goes to Liverpool is Bolton station (BON), which connects to Liverpool Lime Street (LIV).
The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Liverpool is by train, with a cost of around $8.
The train journey from Bolton to Liverpool offers a pleasant view of the English countryside, passing through picturesque towns and landscapes, though it is not known for being particularly scenic compared to some other UK routes.
Yes, a day trip from Bolton to Liverpool is feasible. The journey takes 51m and covers 25 miles (41 km). Trains run 5 times per day.
In Liverpool, explore the vibrant Baltic Triangle for street art, bars, and music venues, and take a ferry across the Mersey River for scenic views. Visit the Walker Art Gallery and enjoy performances at the Liverpool Empire Theatre. Discover the city's history at the Museum of Liverpool. Don't miss The Beatles Story, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool Cathedral, Anfield Stadium, and St George's Hall for iconic sights and experiences.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Liverpool is ideal to explore its key attractions such as The Beatles Story, the Royal Albert Dock, and the Liverpool Cathedral, while also allowing time to enjoy the local culture and dining.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to Liverpool.
Since neither Bolton nor Liverpool are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Liverpool include Manchester, Birmingham, Chester, Leeds, Warrington.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bolton to Liverpool among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Liverpool, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in busy areas like the city center and around popular attractions such as the Albert Dock and Liverpool ONE shopping center. Scams involving overcharging in taxis can occur, so it's advisable to use licensed cabs or pre-book rides. Additionally, travelers should be aware of nightlife-related safety, avoiding unlicensed venues and staying in well-lit, populated areas at night.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bolton to Liverpool

Most Bolton to Liverpool trains use the Bolton to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool Central. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bolton
Arrival train stations in Liverpool

Which Bolton station do trains to Liverpool leave from?

Trains from Bolton to Liverpool leave from Bolton. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Bolton city centre at Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE.
BoltonBolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BEWifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre

Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus576, 535, 525, 526, 507, 561, 562, 575, 527, 534, 537, 541, 533, 480 · 10m · $2 · every ~79 min
125 · 15m · $11 · every ~16 min

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.

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