Train Bolton to Scotland from £79 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Scotland takes 3h 15m and the fastest train takes 2h 51m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton to Scotland. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 15m
Duration: 211 mi
Distance: £79
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

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Bolton to Scotland train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Scotland. The earliest departure is at 12:24 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 8:53 PM which arrives into Scotland at 12:08 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, April 27, 2026

12:53 PM → 4:04 PM
3h 10m • 1 change
1:38 PM → 4:39 PM
3h • 1 change
2:08 PM → 5:01 PM
2h 52m • 1 change
3:08 PM → 6:01 PM
2h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, April 28, 2026

12:24 AM → 7:18 AM
6h 54m • 1 change
6:08 AM → 9:16 AM
3h 8m • 1 change
6:53 AM → 10:35 AM
3h 41m • 1 change
7:38 AM → 10:42 AM
3h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, April 29, 2026

12:24 AM → 7:18 AM
6h 54m • 1 change
6:08 AM → 9:16 AM
3h 8m • 1 change
6:53 AM → 10:35 AM
3h 41m • 1 change
7:38 AM → 10:42 AM
3h 3m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Scotland? 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.

Map of how to get from Bolton to Scotland.

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Distance: 210.5 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.

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