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Bolton to Cannock trains

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The average train between Bolton and Cannock takes 2h 48m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Cannock. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 48m
Duration
81 mi
Distance
£38
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bolton to Cannock train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Cannock. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Cannock at 6:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains8h 52m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 12m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 8m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 7m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 12m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 7m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 8m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 7m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains6h 39m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 8m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 9m • 3 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountryWest Midlands TrainsWest Midlands Trains2h 8m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Cannock? 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: 81.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Cannock via Manchester Piccadilly, Stafford, and Rugeley Trent Valley in around 2h 57m.

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