The average train between Handforth and Bolton takes 1h 10m and the fastest train takes 43 min. There is an hourly train service from Handforth 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 Handforth and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Handforth is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Bolton at 5:22 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Handforth to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Handforth station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.
Handforth to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Handforth station.
Handforth to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.
Book your Handforth to Bolton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Handforth and Bolton is 29.7 km. The road distance is 34 km.
You can take a train from Handforth to Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 55 min.