The average train between Bolton and Preston takes 28 min and the fastest train takes 19 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Bolton to Preston. 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 20 minutes between Bolton and Preston. The earliest departure is at 5:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 7:53 PM which arrives into Preston at 8:24 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 28 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton station and arriving at Preston station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 28 min.
Bolton to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Bolton to Preston train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Preston is 26.8 km. The road distance is 32 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 34 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours.
