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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Kent is to bus and train which costs £21 - £85 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Kent is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Kent?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Kent. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Dickley Wood via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, London Stonebridge and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Kent. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Lenham via Manchester Piccadilly, London St Pancras Intl and Ashford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Bolton to Kent?

The distance between Bolton and Kent is 262 miles. The road distance is 255.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Kent without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Bolton to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Kent bus from?

Bolton to Kent bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Kent train from?

Bolton to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Kent?

The best way to get from Bolton to Kent is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 27m.

Where does the Bolton to Kent bus arrive?

Bolton to Kent bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Finchley Road Station.

Where does the Bolton to Kent train arrive?

Bolton to Kent train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Kent is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Bolton to Kent.

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

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Where can I stay near Kent?

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Bolton to Kent - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Bolton to Kent by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
4h 29m
£57–258
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to London Victoriabus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
9h 17m
£21–81
Drive 253.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Kentcar 253.9 mi
4h 26m
£62–90
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
3. Take the train from Ashford International to Lenhamtrain
5h 14m
£75–264
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
4h 39m
£53–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Finchley Road Stationbus 540
2. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
9h 27m
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
7h 21m
£74–274
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 41m
£184–547
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
6h 21m
£99–278

Bolton to Kent by train and foot

193Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.2 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Lenham via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Dickley Wood via Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Prince Charles Drive, Harrow Road /North Circular Rd, London Stonebridge, Maidstone, and King Street in around 9h 27m.

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