The average train between Preston and Bolton takes 26 min and the fastest train takes 16 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Preston 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 20 minutes between Preston and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Bolton at 12:21 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 26 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston station and arriving at Bolton station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 26 min.
Preston to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.
Book your Preston to Bolton train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Preston and Bolton is 26.8 km. The road distance is 32 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Bolton every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–15 and the journey takes 33 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours.
