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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Tameside is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Tameside is to drive which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Tameside?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Tameside. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Timperley Road via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Tameside?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton and arriving at Stalybridge. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Bolton to Tameside?

The distance between Bolton and Tameside is 18 miles. The road distance is 21.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Tameside without a car is to train which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

The train from Bolton to Stalybridge takes 40 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Tameside bus from?

Bolton to Tameside bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Shiffnall Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Tameside train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Tameside?

The best way to get from Bolton to Tameside is to train which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and line 231 bus, which costs and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Bolton to Tameside bus arrive?

Bolton to Tameside bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Bolton to Tameside train arrive?

Bolton to Tameside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Stalybridge station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Tameside?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Tameside is 22 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Bolton to Tameside.

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

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Bolton to Tameside - 5 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, tram, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bolton to Tameside by train, bus, tram, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to StalybridgeSouthport - Stalybridge / ...
40 min
£5–12
Line 36 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardens36 / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly Gardens to Ashton-under-LyneBlue Line
2h 2m
Drive 21.4 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Tameside21.4 mi
25 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Tameside21.4 mi
25 min
£45–60
Line 37 bus, line 231 bus
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Piccadilly Gardens37
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Timperley Road231
2h 14m

Bolton to Tameside by train

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Stalybridge hourly. Tickets cost £5–12 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Timperley Road via Piccadilly Gardens in around 2h 14m.

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