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It takes an average of 8h 36m to travel from Aberdeen to Bolton by train, over a distance of around 247 miles (397 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Aberdeen to Bolton and tickets for this journey start from £25.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:24 | |
| Departure station | Aberdeen | |
| Arrival station | Bolton | |
| Journey time | From 5h 46m | |
| Distance | 247 miles (397 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £25.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
About the train journey from Aberdeen to Bolton
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The train from Aberdeen to Bolton usually takes 8 hours 36 minutes on average to travel 247 miles (397 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 46 minutes. You can expect to find 27 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Bolton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Lumo, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Aberdeen to Bolton if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £25.50. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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The price of train tickets from Aberdeen to Bolton starts at £25.50 one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Booking on the day is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or class.
1. Book in advance
2. Consider a Season Ticket
3. Use your Railcard
4. Split your tickets
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.