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East Midlands Railway

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Sandhills to Bolton by train

First train

05:06

Last train

22:36

Departure station

Sandhills

Arrival station

Bolton

Journey time

From 1h 30m

Distance

25 miles (41 km)

Frequency

12 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Merseyrail

Taking the train from Sandhills to Bolton in 1 hour 30 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Sandhills to Bolton? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 2 hours 32 minutes to travel the 25 miles (41 km) from Sandhills to Bolton by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 30 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 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 East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail 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 Sandhills 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.

FAQs about the train journey from Sandhills to Bolton

Want to know more about your journey from Sandhills to Bolton? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Sandhills to Bolton?

You can get from Sandhills to Bolton by train in 2 hours and 32 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 1 hour and 30 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Sandhills to Bolton take?

The average journey time by train between Sandhills and Bolton is 2 hours and 32 minutes, with around 12 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Sandhills and Bolton by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Sandhills to Bolton is 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Sandhills to Bolton?

No, there are no direct train services from Sandhills to Bolton. Travelling from Sandhills to Bolton by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Cheap train tickets from Sandhills to Bolton

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Sandhills to Bolton is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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