The average train between Spalding and Bolton takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Spalding 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 Spalding and Bolton. The earliest departure is at 8:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Spalding is at 10:37 PM which arrives into Bolton at 7:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Spalding 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 Spalding to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Spalding station and arriving at Bolton station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Spalding to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Peterborough station.
Spalding to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Spalding to Bolton train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Spalding and Bolton is 175.9 km. The road distance is 269 km.
You can take a train from Spalding to Bolton via Peterborough, Doncaster, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 3m.