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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Handforth is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Handforth is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Bolton to Handforth?

The distance between Bolton and Handforth is 22 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Handforth without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £5 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Bolton to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Handforth train from?

Bolton to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Where does the Bolton to Handforth train arrive?

Bolton to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Handforth is 23 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Bolton to Handforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Handforth?

There are 3486+ hotels available in Handforth.

Bolton to Handforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Handforth by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to HandforthManchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
1h 5m
£5–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Oxford RoadSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to Frontline House42C
1h 51m
Drive 22.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Handforth22.9 mi
28 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Handforth22.9 mi
28 min
£50–60

Bolton to Handforth by train

213Weekly Trains

1h 5mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.4 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 5m.

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