- Distance: 210.3 mi
- Duration: 2h 53m
The average train between Edinburgh and Bolton takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:04 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Bolton station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.
Edinburgh to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Bolton station.
Book your Edinburgh to Bolton train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Edinburgh and Bolton is 267.9 km. The road distance is 338 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bolton every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 54m.
