Train travel to Bolton guide

Updated May 9, 2026

Which train companies run trains to Bolton?

Northern is your reliable choice for frequent services to and from Bolton for destinations nationwide.

What are Bolton's opening hours?

For Bolton, the first train typically departs at 0:03 and the final train departs at 23:59, but be sure to check prior to your journey as this is subject to change.

Pick up & drop off at Bolton

Bolton offers designated parking and pick-up/drop-off points for a seamless travel experience.

Connectivity of the Bolton?

Trains to and from Bolton connect easily to popular destinations like Manchester, Manchester Piccadilly, Manchester Oxford Road, Manchester Victoria and Preston (Lancs). Buses and taxis are also readily accessible from the station to help you complete your journey. Use our train finder to get the best options for your trip.
*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest train timetable before your trip.

Bolton live timetable

Our live timetable provides real-time information on train schedules and services for passengers travelling to and from Bolton, check now to plan your next journey.

  • Departures

  • Arrivals

TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Bolton to Rochdale17:4837mNorthernOn time
Bolton to Southport17:4950mNorthernOn time
Bolton to Blackpool North17:5359mNorthernOn time
Bolton to Manchester Airport17:5441mNorthernOn time
Bolton to Manchester Oxford Road17:5820mNorthernOn time
TrainTimeDurationTrain OperatorStatus
Blackburn to Bolton17:4736mNorthernOn time
Manchester Oxford Road to Bolton17:4917mNorthernOn time
Manchester Airport to Bolton17:5237mNorthernOn time
Blackpool North to Bolton17:531h 1mNorthernOn time
Southport to Bolton17:5754mNorthernOn time

Station Details

Address:

Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE

Ticket Office opening hours::

Monday to Saturday open from 06:00:00 until 21:00:00

Ticket Machine:

Available

Facilities

Toilets

Toilets

WiFi

WiFi

Shops

Shops

Station Buffet

Station Buffet

Bicycle Facilities

Cycle storage

Cycle storage CCTV

Cycle storage notes

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