The average train between Bolton and Redcar takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Redcar. 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 Redcar. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Redcar at 7:51 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Redcar. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Redcar station via Redcar Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.
Bolton to Redcar train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.
Bolton to Redcar train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Redcar Central station.
Book your Bolton to Redcar train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Redcar is 145.7 km. The road distance is 218 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Redcar Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 2h 33m.