The average train between Bolton and Middlesbrough takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Middlesbrough. 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 Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:35 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via Middlesbrough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.
Bolton to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Bolton to Middlesbrough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Middlesbrough station.
Book your Bolton to Middlesbrough train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Middlesbrough is 135.3 km. The road distance is 206 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Middlesbrough hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 21m.