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Handforth to Bolton train route details

First train
05:49

Last train
23:42

Journey time
50m

Distance
19 miles

Price
€4.83*
What are the next train times from Handforth to Bolton?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Handforth to Bolton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
17:16 Handforth | 18:09 Bolton | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:45 Styal | 18:53 Bolton | ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:16 Handforth | 19:08 Bolton | ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:45 Styal | 19:52 Bolton | ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:16 Handforth | 20:08 Bolton | ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:44 Styal | 20:52 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Bolton from Handforth this week
Fares from Handforth to Bolton usually average around €4.83, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Handforth to Bolton

Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Handforth to Bolton when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.

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.

Split Tickets discount
While it may sound surprising, splitting your route into smaller segments and purchasing separate low-cost tickets can greatly reduce the overall fare, all without changing seats. The best part is that Trip.com does all the splitting and organising for you, removing any need for time-consuming research on your end.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers

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

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route

Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.









