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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Kirkby is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Kirkby is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Noel Street and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Wigan Bus Station and Concourse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Bolton to Kirkby?

The distance between Bolton and Kirkby is 31 miles. The road distance is 25.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Kirkby without a car is to train and line 217 bus which takes 1h 51m and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Bolton to Kirkby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Kirkby bus from?

Bolton to Kirkby bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Noel Street station.

Where does the Bolton to Kirkby bus arrive?

Bolton to Kirkby bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Wigan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Kirkby is 26 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Bolton to Kirkby.

Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2416+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Bolton to Kirkby - 4 ways to travel via train, line 217 bus, and line 575 bus

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

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Train, line 217 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Wigan Wallgate
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Huyton
3. Take the bus from Huyton Bus Station to Lydbury Crescent217
1h 51m
£11–23
Drive 25.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Kirkby25.4 mi
39 min
£7–9
Line 575 bus, line 375 bus, line 319 bus
1. Take the bus from Noel Street to Wigan Bus Station575
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Concourse375 / ...
3. Take the bus from Concourse to Kirkby Bus Station319
2h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Kirkby25.4 mi
39 min
£55–65

Bolton to Kirkby by train and bus

188Weekly Services

1h 51mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

You can take a bus from Noel Street to Kirkby Bus Station via Wigan Bus Station and Concourse in around 2h 45m.

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