The average train between Cornwall and Bolton takes 9h 30m and the fastest train takes 6h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Cornwall 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 4 hours between Cornwall and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cornwall is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Bolton at 3:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Par and take an average of 9h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cornwall 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 Cornwall to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Cornwall station and arriving at Bolton station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.
Cornwall to Bolton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.
Cornwall to Bolton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Cornwall to Bolton train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cornwall and Bolton is 386.1 km. The road distance is 558 km.
You can take a train from Luxulyan to Bolton via Par, Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 8h 11m.