The average train between Bolton and London takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Bolton to London. 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 30 minutes between Bolton and London. The earliest departure is at 12:23 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into London at 1:11 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to London. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at London station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Bolton to London train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to London train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Bolton to London train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and London is 278.5 km. The road distance is 312 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 6m.
