| First train | 02:34 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:20 | |
| Departure station | Preston Park | |
| Arrival station | Bolton | |
| Journey time | From 4h 17m | |
| Distance | 212 miles (340 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Gatwick Express, Great Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Thinking about taking the train from Preston Park to Bolton? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 24 minutes to travel the 212 miles (340 km) from Preston Park to Bolton by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 33 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or East Midlands Railway 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 Preston Park to Bolton in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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