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The average train between Bolton and Poole takes 6h 10m and the fastest train takes 5h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Poole. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 10m
Duration
271 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
6h 38m
£115–182

Bolton to Poole train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Poole. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Poole at 10:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 6h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway10h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway10h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway10h 15m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway10h 13m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 42m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway13h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway6h 14m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 55m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 43m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 44m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedCross CountrySouth Western Railway5h 42m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Poole? 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.

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  • Distance: 271.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Poole, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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