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The average train between Bolton and Welshpool takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Welshpool. 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 36m
Duration
94 mi
Distance
£37
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 37m
£30–53

Bolton to Welshpool train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bolton and Welshpool. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Welshpool at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales12h 44m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales11h 41m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 43m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 54m • 2 changes

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    TransPennine ExpressTransport for WalesTransport for Wales2h 42m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Welshpool? 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 Welshpool.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 93.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Welshpool, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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