The average train between Irlam and Bolton takes 46 min and the fastest train takes 36 min. There is an hourly train service from Irlam 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 Irlam and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Irlam is at 11:03 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 46 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Irlam to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Irlam station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.
Irlam to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Irlam station.
Irlam to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Bolton station.
Book your Irlam to Bolton train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Irlam and Bolton is 15.7 km. The road distance is 31 km.
You can take a train from Irlam to Bolton via Manchester Oxford Road in around 38 min.