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Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton, starting from SAR 7.13 and averaging SAR 11.12. The entire journey takes no more than 13m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Thu, Jul 10
  • Fri, Jul 11
    From SAR 7.13
  • Sat, Jul 12
    From SAR 10.70
  • Sun, Jul 13
    From SAR 10.70
  • Mon, Jul 14
    From SAR 10.70
  • Tue, Jul 15
    From SAR 10.70
  • Wed, Jul 16
    From SAR 10.70
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00:09
Manchester Piccadilly
00:22
Bolton
13m, DirectNorthern
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05:04
Manchester Piccadilly
05:22
Bolton
18m, DirectNorthern
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05:49
Manchester Piccadilly
06:07
Bolton
18m, DirectNorthern
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06:02
Manchester Piccadilly
06:20
Bolton
18m, DirectNorthern
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06:16
Manchester Piccadilly
06:49
Bolton
33m, DirectNorthern
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06:33
Manchester Piccadilly
06:53
Paris
20m, DirectNorthern
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Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:09
Last train
Last train
23:32
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bolton
Journey time
Journey time
13m
Distance
Distance
18 km
Price
Price
SAR 7.13*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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