The average train between Folkestone and Bolton takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Bolton at 8:52 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 57m • 2 changes


3h 53m • 2 changes


3h 54m • 2 changes
Arrives next day


4h 26m • 2 changes


3h 56m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes


3h 53m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes


3h 56m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes


3h 53m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes


3h 56m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes


3h 53m • 2 changes


3h 39m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Bolton station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Folkestone to Bolton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Bolton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Folkestone to Bolton train tickets online with Southeastern, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Folkestone and Bolton is 370.4 km. The road distance is 425 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Bolton via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 6m.