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 8m 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 Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Newhall St and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

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 £20 - £140.

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 Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 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 £20 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bolton bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Bolton bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Newhall St 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 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?

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

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 Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 12m
£20–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Newhall Stbus Uk920
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
8h 1m
Drive 202.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Boltoncar 202.3 mi
3h 44m
£50–72
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 12m
£64–221
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 8m
£73–172

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 £18–140 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Shiffnall Street via Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Newhall St, and Shudehill Interchange in around 8h 1m.

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