The average train between Poole and Bolton takes 5h 54m and the fastest train takes 5h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Poole 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 2 hours between Poole and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Poole is at 6:07 PM which arrives into Bolton at 11:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Bournemouth and take an average of 5h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 44m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Poole 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 Poole to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Bolton station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.
Poole to Bolton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.
Poole to Bolton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Poole to Bolton train tickets online with South Western Railway, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Poole and Bolton is 320.5 km. The road distance is 437 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £120–180 and the journey takes 4h 44m.