The average train between Boston and Bolton takes 5h 16m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Bolton. 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 every 2 hours between Boston and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Bolton at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 5h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Boston to Bolton? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Boston to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Boston station and arriving at Bolton station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.
Boston to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Boston station.
Boston to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Boston to Bolton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Boston and Bolton is 173.6 km. The road distance is 250 km.
You can take a train from Boston to Bolton via Grantham, Doncaster, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 20m.