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Bolton to Handforth train route details

First train
06:54

Last train
23:21

Journey time
1h 11m

Distance
19 miles

Price
€15.73*
What are the next train times from Bolton to Handforth?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Bolton to Handforth happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
19:21 Bolton | 21:05 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:54 Bolton | 21:28 Handforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
20:21 Bolton | 22:06 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
20:54 Bolton | 22:28 Handforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
21:21 Bolton | 23:08 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
21:54 Bolton | 23:58 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Bolton to Handforth

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Bolton and Handforth on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Bolton to Handforth. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
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