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It takes an average of 4h 59m to travel from London Kings Cross to Bolton by train, over a distance of around 171 miles (275 km). There are normally 43 trains per day travelling from London Kings Cross to Bolton and tickets for this journey start from £49 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:09 | |
| Departure station | London Kings Cross | |
| Arrival station | Bolton | |
| Journey time | From 2h 47m | |
| Distance | 171 miles (275 km) | |
| Frequency | 43 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £49 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from London Kings Cross to Bolton in 2 hours 47 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London Kings Cross to Bolton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 59 minutes to travel the 171 miles (275 km) from London Kings Cross to Bolton by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 43 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Transport for Wales to Bolton. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London Kings Cross to Bolton in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £49.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bolton by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Bolton?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.