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 £45 - £75 and takes 3h 44m.

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 9m and costs £80 - £180.

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 203.9 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 £100 - £150.

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 train from?

Basingstoke to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke 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 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m 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?

There are 2177+ hotels available in Bolton.

Basingstoke to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 12m
£103–148
Drive 202.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Boltoncar 202.7 mi
3h 44m
£49–71
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 9m
£83–180
Train via London
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London Waterlootrain Basingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 19m
£89–169
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h
£66–236

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 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £100–140 and the journey takes 3h 41m.

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