The average train between Bolton and Edinburgh takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Edinburgh. 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 4 hours between Bolton and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:38 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton station and arriving at Edinburgh station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.
Bolton to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Bolton to Edinburgh train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Edinburgh is 267.9 km. The road distance is 338 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Bolton to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 58m.
