The average train between Bolton and Luton takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton to Luton. 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 hourly between Bolton and Luton. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Luton at 2:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 32m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Bolton to Luton? 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 Bolton to Luton. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Luton station via London Euston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Bolton to Luton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Bolton to Luton train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Luton station.
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The distance between Bolton and Luton is 233 km. The road distance is 276 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Luton via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 35m.