The average train between Bolton and Walkden takes 40 min and the fastest train takes 28 min. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Walkden. 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 Walkden. The earliest departure is at 6:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Walkden at 11:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 40 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Walkden. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Walkden station via Salford Crescent. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.
Bolton to Walkden train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Walkden train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Walkden station.
Book your Bolton to Walkden train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Bolton and Walkden is 7.7 km. The road distance is 23 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Walkden via Salford Crescent in around 54 min.