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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to London
Showing times and prices for Jul 16
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
278 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to London will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Bolton to London without transferring at least once.
P24179+
W34191+
C0436312:58 PM3h13Bolton station (BON)4:11 PMLondon Euston (EUS)$651One-way2 transfers- P24171+W33975+C0435710:58 AM3h11Bolton station (BON)2:09 PMLondon Euston (EUS)$651One-way2 transfers
- P24175+W34031+C0435911:58 AM3h11Bolton station (BON)3:09 PMLondon Euston (EUS)$651One-way2 transfers
- G89847+W3392511:54 AM2h47Bolton station (BON)2:41 PMLondon Euston (EUS)$1111One-way1 transfer
- G89820+W341116:54 AM2h50Bolton station (BON)9:44 AMLondon Euston (EUS)$1111One-way1 transfer
- G89818+W342186:21 AM2h38Bolton station (BON)8:59 AMLondon Euston (EUS)$2761One-way1 transfer
- P28672+W3397312:32 PM2h40Bolton station (BON)3:12 PMLondon Euston (EUS)$1211One-way1 transfer
- P28660+W3397011:32 AM2h40Bolton station (BON)2:12 PMLondon Euston (EUS)$1211One-way1 transfer
- P28614+W339396:32 AM2h40Bolton station (BON)9:12 AMLondon Euston (EUS)$2201One-way1 transfer
- P28683+W341721:32 PM2h42Bolton station (BON)4:14 PMLondon Euston (EUS)$1211One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bolton to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $90.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $218 Average price | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Bolton to London is a bus with an average price of $31 (€26).
This is compared to other travel options from Bolton to London:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolton to London costing on average $110 (€91).
A bus is $187 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bolton to London costing on average $218 (€179).
The fastest way to travel from Bolton to London is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 4m.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 31m.
Bus takes on average 5h 36m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bolton and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bolton to London among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 1h 51m faster (2h 31m by train vs 4h 22m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($110 (€91) vs $133 (€109)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bolton to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to London trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89828+W33893 | 8:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h47 | 11:41 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
G89828+W34119+ G38873 | 8:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 3h09 | 12:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
P24162+ W84896+W34090 | On time 8:58 AM Bolton station (BON) | 3h11 | 12:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P28637+W34028 | On time 9:32 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h40 | 12:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89882+W33896 | 9:36 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h51 | 12:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89833+W33902 | On time 9:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h47 | 12:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89833+W34182+G38874 | On time 9:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 3h09 | 1:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P24167+W84899+W34095 | On time 9:58 AM Bolton station (BON) | 3h11 | 1:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P28647+W34039 | 10:32 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h40 | 1:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89883+W33956 | On time 10:36 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h51 | 1:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89839+W34097 | On time 10:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h47 | 1:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89839+W34094+G38877 | On time 10:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 3h09 | 2:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P24171+W84901+W33975 | 10:58 AM Bolton station (BON) | 3h11 | 2:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P28660+W33970 | On time 11:32 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h40 | 2:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89869+W33948 | On time 11:36 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h51 | 2:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89847+G38878+W33894 | On time 11:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 3h09 | 3:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| G89847+W33925 | On time 11:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h47 | 2:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| P24175+W84903+W34031 | 11:58 AM Bolton station (BON) | 3h11 | 3:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P28672+W33973 | On time 12:32 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h40 | 3:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89885+W34270 | 12:36 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h51 | 3:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89854+W33886 | On time 12:54 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h49 | 3:43 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89854+G38880+W33949 | On time 12:54 PM Bolton station (BON) | 3h11 | 4:05 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P24179+W84907+W34191 | On time 12:58 PM Bolton station (BON) | 3h13 | 4:11 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P28683+W34172 | On time 1:32 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h42 | 4:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89887+W34228 | On time 1:36 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h52 | 4:28 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89861+C01289 | On time 1:54 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h48 | 4:42 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| P24181+W84908+W34266 | On time 1:58 PM Bolton station (BON) | 3h11 | 5:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P28693+W34063 | On time 2:32 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h40 | 5:12 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89871+C01291 | 2:36 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h51 | 5:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89865+W34255 | On time 2:54 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h49 | 5:43 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| P24183+C04368+W34277 | On time 2:58 PM Bolton station (BON) | 3h12 | 6:10 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P24183+W84912+W34277 | On time 2:58 PM Bolton station (BON) | 3h12 | 6:10 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| P28703+W33889 | On time 3:32 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h42 | 6:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| P28724+W34020 | On time 5:32 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h42 | 8:14 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89873+W34093 | On time 5:36 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h51 | 8:27 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89825+W34242 | On time 5:54 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h47 | 8:41 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| P24160+W84922+W34178 | 5:58 PM Bolton station (BON) | 3h15 | 9:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2 transfers | |
| G89895+W33887 | 6:36 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h58 | 9:34 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| P28735+W34200 | 6:49 PM Bolton station (BON) | 2h31 | 9:20 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
| G89818+W34218 | 6:21 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h38 | 8:59 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| P28614+W33939 | 6:32 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h40 | 9:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89877+W34117 | 6:36 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h55 | 9:31 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| G89820+W34111 | 6:54 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h50 | 9:44 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
| P28621+W34029 | 7:32 AM Bolton station (BON) | 2h42 | 10:14 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bolton to London run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:33. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 2h 40m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 11:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Bolton to London trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Bolton and London from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 40m
Cheapest Price
$48 (€40)
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Price
$227 (€186)
Northern Trains Limited frequency
17 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 32m
Cheapest Price
$246 (€202)
TransPennine Express frequency
8 a day
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- Fine dining
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- Coffee
- £3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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- Distance
- 1.5 km
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FAQs: Trains from Bolton to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Bolton to London can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $35 (€29), while the average price is around $110 (€91).
The train from Bolton to London takes 2h 40m and runs 6 per day.
The first train from Bolton to London leaves at 12:39 AM.
The distance by train from Bolton to London is 172 miles (278 km).
The last train from Bolton to London leaves at 11:33 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Bolton to London.
There is no direct train service currently available from Bolton to London.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Bolton to London.
The train station in Bolton that goes to London is Bolton station (BON), which connects to London Euston (EUS).
The cheapest way to get from Bolton to London is by bus, with a cost of around $21 (€17).
The train journey from Bolton to London offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through areas of the English countryside, including glimpses of fields, small towns, and rural landscapes. However, much of the route is urban and industrial, especially as you approach London.
A day trip from Bolton to London is not feasible, as the travel time is 2h 40m. However, there are 5 trains available per day for this journey, covering a distance of 172 miles (278 km).
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from The London Eye, visit the vibrant West End Theatre District for high-quality shows, and explore Camden Market's eclectic mix of food, fashion, and crafts. A walk through Hyde Park offers beautiful landscapes and recreational activities, while art lovers can visit the Tate Modern. Don't miss The British Museum's vast collection of art and antiquities, the historic Tower of London with its Crown Jewels, and Buckingham Palace. Iconic landmarks like The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, along with St. Paul's Cathedral, offer a glimpse into the city's rich history and architecture.
For a comprehensive experience of London's top attractions, cultural sites, and local neighborhoods, it is recommended to spend around 3 to 5 days in the city. This allows time to explore major landmarks such as the British Museum, Tower of London, and Buckingham Palace, as well as enjoy local markets and parks.
Yes, you can take the train from Bolton to London.
Since neither Bolton nor London 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 London include Oxford, Cambridge, Brighton, Stevenage, Canterbury.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bolton to London 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 London, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like public transport, markets, and popular tourist sites. Common scams include fake charity collectors, overcharging by unlicensed taxi drivers, and distraction techniques used by thieves. Always use official black cabs or licensed minicabs booked through reputable apps, and keep personal belongings secure to reduce risks. Staying vigilant in busy locations and avoiding unsolicited offers helps ensure a safer visit.
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.
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