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Trip Overview

The average train between Bolton and Whitstable takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Bolton to Whitstable. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 10m
Duration
252 mi
Distance
£114
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bolton to Whitstable train times

Trains run hourly between Bolton and Whitstable. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from Bolton is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Whitstable at 9:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern9h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern9h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern9h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern9h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern12h 27m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 29m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 17m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern9h 16m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West CoastSoutheastern4h 17m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bolton to Whitstable? 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.

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  • Distance: 252.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Whitstable, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Whitstable via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 5m.

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