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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Shifnal is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Shifnal is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Shifnal?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Shifnal. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Shifnal via Manchester Piccadilly and Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Bolton to Shifnal?

The distance between Bolton and Shifnal is 93 miles. The road distance is 78.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Shifnal without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £27 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Bolton to Shifnal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Shifnal train from?

Bolton to Shifnal train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Shifnal?

The best way to get from Bolton to Shifnal is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £27 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Bolton to Shifnal train arrive?

Bolton to Shifnal train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Shifnal?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Shifnal is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Bolton to Shifnal.

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

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Where can I stay near Shifnal?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to WolverhamptonManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 36m
£27–137
Drive 78.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Shifnal78.1 mi
1h 35m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Hatherton Rd424
4h 12m
£27–38
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to ShifnalShrewsbury - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 55m
£27–74

Bolton to Shifnal by train

220Weekly Trains

2h 36mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Wolverhampton hourly. Tickets cost £19–75 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Hatherton Rd once daily. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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