The average train between Bath and Bolton takes 3h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Bath to Bolton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Bath and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 4:39 PM which arrives into Bolton at 8:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 3h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bath to Bolton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bath to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
Bath to Bolton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bath to Bolton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Bath to Bolton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bath and Bolton is 245.6 km. The road distance is 311 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 2h 59m.