The average train between Bolton and Whaley Bridge takes 1h 13m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Bolton to Whaley Bridge. 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 Whaley Bridge. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bolton is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Whaley Bridge at 11:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Bolton station and arriving at Whaley Bridge station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.
Bolton to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.
Bolton to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whaley Bridge station.
Book your Bolton to Whaley Bridge train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bolton and Whaley Bridge is 41 km. The road distance is 44 km.
You can take a train from Bolton to Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 34m.