How to travel from York to Bolton

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Compare bus and train for York to Bolton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $39.

Distance: 60 miles (98 km)

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Driving

$39

Average price

Cheapest

$27

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 16m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 28m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Transpennine Express

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Your own car or car rental

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The cheapest way to travel from York to Bolton is a bus with an average price of $8 (€6).

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

A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Bolton costing on average $39 (€31).

The fastest way to travel from York to Bolton is by train with an average journey time of 2h 16m.

Other travel options to Bolton take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between York and Bolton including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from York to Bolton 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 $39 (€31) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.73 (€-9.51). The journey takes 1h 46m versus 1h 28m 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.

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from York to Bolton

How to get from York to Bolton by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from York to Bolton is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern Trains Limited
    6:20 AM2h11
    York
    8:31 AMBolton
    $541One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Northern Trains Limited
    6:20 AM2h11
    York
    8:31 AMBolton
    $541One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • TransPennine Express
    10:21 AM1h41
    York
    12:02 PMBolton
    $571One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TransPennine Express
    1:21 PM1h41
    York
    3:02 PMBolton
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • TransPennine Express
    2:21 PM1h41
    York
    4:02 PMBolton
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • TransPennine Express
    3:21 PM1h41
    York
    5:02 PMBolton
    $571One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from York to Bolton

Travel to Bolton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from York to Bolton.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between York and Bolton including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from York to Bolton is a bus with an average price of $8 (€6).

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

A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from York to Bolton costing on average $39 (€31).

The fastest way to travel from York to Bolton is by train with an average journey time of 2h 16m.

Other travel options to Bolton take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 40m.

The distance from York to Bolton is approximately 60 miles (98 km).
The average frequency per day from York to Bolton is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between York and Bolton as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from York to Bolton:
  • Trains mostly depart from York station (YRK) and arrive in Bolton station (BON).
  • Buses mostly depart from York, Train Station and arrive in Manchester, Shudehill Interchange.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from York to Bolton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express to go to Bolton by train.
  • Travel with Yorkshire Coastliner​ to go to Bolton by bus.
Omio customers who travel from York to Bolton often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), Liverpool, Blackpool. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bolton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bolton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To explore Bolton's key attractions, such as the Bolton Museum, Smithills Hall, and the West Pennine Moors, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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