What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 8h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Bolton to Port Talbot?

The distance between Bolton and Port Talbot is 213 miles. The road distance is 184.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Bolton to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Port Talbot bus from?

Bolton to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Port Talbot train from?

Bolton to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Bolton to Port Talbot is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Bolton to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Bolton to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bolton to Port Talbot train arrive?

Bolton to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Port Talbot Parkway station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Port Talbot is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Bolton to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Port Talbot?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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Bolton to Port Talbot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Port Talbot by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
5h 40m
£63–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 111 / ...
8h 39m
£28–74
Drive 183.4 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Port Talbotcar 183.4 mi
3h 59m
£45–65
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain
6h 2m
£109–404

Bolton to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Port Talbot Parkway every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 39m.

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