The average train between Llanelli and Bolton takes 5h 19m and the fastest train takes 5h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Llanelli 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 Llanelli and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Llanelli is at 5:11 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Llanelli station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.
Llanelli to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llanelli station.
Llanelli to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Llanelli to Bolton train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Llanelli and Bolton is 241.5 km. The road distance is 380 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Llanelli to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 45m.