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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darwen to Bolton
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
13 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darwen to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darwen to Bolton will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 1 trains that leave Darwen for Bolton on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 13 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 20 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.
11:12 PM0h20Darwen11:32 PMBolton$101One-way0 transfers
- 11:12 PM0h20Darwen11:32 PMBolton$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Darwen to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darwen to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 8 miles (13 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Darwen to Bolton:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Darwen to Bolton costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Bolton take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (20m by train vs 23m by car). Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Darwen to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Darwen to Bolton trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:28 PM Darwen | 0h19 | 2:47 PM Bolton | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darwen to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Darwen to Bolton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 8 miles (13 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 8 miles (13 km) |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Darwen to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Darwen and Bolton from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Darwen to Bolton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darwen 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
Popular train stations from Darwen to Bolton
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Parking is available with limited spaces, open 24/7.
- Bryan St Chippy
- The Old Chapel Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Astley Bank Hotel
- Whitehall Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several local bus services available
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWC
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Parking is not available.
- 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
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:50 - 13:20 Saturday 07:50 - 14:20 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop opposite the Railway Pub.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Onward travel information: On Crompton Way for buses to Bolton or Halliwell. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Crompton Way, under railway bridge (Nearside for Blackburn, Farside for Bolton)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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