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Derby to Bolton trains

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The average train between Derby and Bolton takes 2h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is an hourly train service from Derby 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.

2h 25m
Duration
89 mi
Distance
£44
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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2h 12m
£31–59

Derby to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Derby and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Bolton at 6:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 2h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 8m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 7m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 17m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 45m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 21m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 7m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryEast Midlands RailwaysNorthern Trains Limited2h 22m • 2 changes

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    East Midlands RailwaysTransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 3m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby 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: 89.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Bolton via Sheffield and Manchester Oxford Road in around 2h 12m.

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