The average train between Bolton and Perth takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Bolton to Perth. 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 Perth. 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 Perth at 5:42 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Perth. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Perth station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Bolton to Perth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Perth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Perth station.
Book your Bolton to Perth train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bolton and Perth is 319.1 km. The road distance is 428 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Perth via Edinburgh Waverley in around 5h 1m.