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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Horwich to Bolton
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$2
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horwich to Bolton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horwich to Bolton will cost around $2 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 1 trains that leave Horwich for Bolton on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 8 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.
7:13 PM0h08Horwich7:21 PMBolton$21One-way0 transfers
- 7:13 PM0h08Horwich7:21 PMBolton$21One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Horwich to Bolton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horwich to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $2, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
38m Average total duration Fastest 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Horwich to Bolton:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Horwich to Bolton costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Bolton take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (8m by train vs 17m by car). Tickets start at around $4 (€3) compared to roughly $2 (€2) 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 Trains Limited.
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
Horwich to Bolton train times
The table below shows live departures for Horwich to Bolton trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y25310 | Delayed 3:18 PM 4:13 PMHorwich Parkway (HWI) | 0h08 | 3:25 PM 3:25 PMBolton station (BON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L07280 | On time 4:46 PM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0h07 | 4:53 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Y25089 | On time 5:13 PM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0h08 | 5:21 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L07272 | On time 5:46 PM Horwich Parkway (HWI) | 0h07 | 5:53 PM Bolton station (BON) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Horwich to Bolton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Horwich to Bolton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 7m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 7m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Horwich to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Horwich and Bolton from $2 (€2). 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 Horwich to Bolton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horwich 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 Horwich to Bolton
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:35 Saturday 06:20 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to all platforms. Tactile Paving available full length of both platform 1 and 2. White and Yellow Lining visible on both platform surfaces.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Opposite the station entrance for buses to Horwich or Leigh. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will set down and pick up from outside the station entrance.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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ShoppingParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWCLost 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 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday,Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- 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
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up at the top of the station car park.
- 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
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