The average train between Coventry and Bolton takes 2h 28m and the fastest train takes 2h 20m. There is a train service every few hours from Coventry 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 hourly between Coventry and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Coventry is at 9:30 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Coventry to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Coventry station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.
Coventry to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Coventry station.
Coventry to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Coventry to Bolton train tickets online with Cross Country and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Coventry and Bolton is 144.6 km. The road distance is 179 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 1h 59m.