Trains from Glasgow Central to Bolton from £14.80*

Trains from Glasgow Central to Bolton from £14.80*

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Glasgow Central to Bolton train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Glasgow Central to Bolton, starting from £14.80 and averaging £15.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 54m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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04:28
Glasgow Central
07:38
Bolton
3h 10m, No directAvanti West CoastNorthern
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05:33
Glasgow Central
08:36
Bolton
3h 3m, No directAvanti West CoastNorthern
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05:48
Glasgow Central
09:21
Bolton
3h 33m, No directAvanti West CoastNorthern
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06:29
Glasgow Central
09:34
Bolton
3h 5m, No directAvanti West CoastNorthern
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07:11
Glasgow Central
10:07
Bolton
2h 56m, DirectTransPennine Express
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07:36
Glasgow Central
10:34
Paris
2h 58m, No directAvanti West CoastNorthern
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Glasgow Central to Bolton train route details

The Glasgow Central to Bolton train ticket is £14.80. The average travel time is 2h 54m, covering a distance of approximately 280 miles. There are usually 27 daily trains provided by Avanti West Coast,Northern,TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
04:28
Last train
Last train
20:06
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Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 54m
Distance
Distance
280 miles
Price
Price
£14.80*

Glasgow Central to Bolton train travel guide

Glasgow Central to Bolton train travel guide

Arriving in Bolton

Starting from a minimum of 2h 54m, you can reach Bolton from Glasgow Central, with an average of 27 trains per day.

Book the cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Bolton

Let's save unnecessary costs when travelling from Glasgow Central to Bolton by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book them, the greater the savings. It's recommended to secure your Advance Tickets as soon as possible, ideally up to 12 weeks in advance. By doing so, you'll not only enjoy substantial discounts but also have peace of mind knowing that you've secured the most affordable option for your journey from Glasgow Central to Bolton.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves purchasing separate tickets for different segments of your journey instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. This method is legal and can often result in cheaper fares. For example, if you are travelling from A to B, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than purchasing a direct ticket.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16-25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each designed to cater to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

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