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The average train between Bournemouth and Bolton takes 5h 16m and the fastest train takes 5h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Bournemouth 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.

5h 16m
Duration
266 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Bournemouth to Bolton train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Bournemouth and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bournemouth is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 8m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 26m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 26m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 26m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryTransPennine Express6h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 22m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 13m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryNorthern Trains Limited5h 7m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bournemouth 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.

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  • Distance: 265.8 mi
  • Duration: 5h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 44m.

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