What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Bolton is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Bolton is to train and fly which takes 3h 5m and costs £70 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Bolton. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Heathrow Terminal 5 and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Bolton?

The distance between Basingstoke and Bolton is 207 miles. The road distance is 203.4 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £29 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Bolton?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Basingstoke to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Bolton bus from?

Basingstoke to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Bolton train from?

Basingstoke to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Bolton?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bolton is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £29 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus and line 37 bus, which costs and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bolton bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bolton train arrive?

Basingstoke to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Bolton is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Basingstoke to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Bolton?

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Basingstoke to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 37 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Bolton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 12m
£29–174
Bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Terminal 5806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
3. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Shiffnall Street37
6h 52m
Drive 202.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Bolton202.3 mi
3h 42m
£50–73
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 11m
£73–247
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3h 5m
£74–178

Basingstoke to Bolton by train

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Distance: 205.9 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Bolton, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £27–160 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Shiffnall Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 52m.

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