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The average train between Bath and Bolton takes 3h 52m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. 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.

3h 52m
Duration
193 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Bath to Bolton train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Bath and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 1:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bath is at 5:25 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 3h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 51m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited9h 18m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited4h • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited3h 40m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransPennine Express4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransPennine Express4h 11m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransPennine Express4h 12m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Cross CountryTransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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.

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  • Distance: 193.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Bath, England and Bolton, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 59m.

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