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Trip Overview

The average train between Hamilton and Bolton takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 39m. There is a train service every few hours from Hamilton 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 57m
Duration
198 mi
Distance
£63
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Hamilton to Bolton train times

Trains run hourly between Hamilton and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hamilton is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 46m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 43m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 45m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express3h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 48m • 1 change
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    LumoNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 48m • 1 change
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    LumoNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 48m • 1 change
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    LumoNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 48m • 1 change
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    LumoNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 48m • 1 change
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    LumoNorthern Trains Limited3h • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited2h 49m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 8m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressTransPennine Express2h 41m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hamilton 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: 198.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Hamilton, Scotland and Bolton, England?

You can take a train from Motherwell to Bolton via Preston in around 2h 51m.

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