What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Whaley Bridge station. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Railway Station via Piccadilly and Rising Sun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Bolton to Whaley Bridge?

The distance between Bolton and Whaley Bridge is 27 miles. The road distance is 32.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Whaley Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £6 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Whaley Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bolton to Whaley Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Whaley Bridge?

The best way to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs £6 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and line 192 bus, which costs and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Bolton to Whaley Bridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bolton to Whaley Bridge train arrive?

Bolton to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Whaley Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Whaley Bridge is 32 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Bolton to Whaley Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Whaley Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Whaley Bridge?

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Bolton to Whaley Bridge - 5 ways to travel via train, line 199 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bolton to Whaley Bridge by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whaley Bridgetrain Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton
1h 34m
£6–22
Train, line 199 bus
1. Take the train from Bolton to Manchester Airporttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Railway Stationbus 199
1h 59m
£12–29
Drive 31.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Whaley Bridgecar 31.9 mi
44 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Whaley Bridgetaxi 31.9 mi
44 min
£65–85
Line 37 bus, line 192 bus
1. Take the bus from Shiffnall Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly to Hazel Grove Park & Ridebus 192
2h 49m

Bolton to Whaley Bridge by train

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Distance: 27.3 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Whaley Bridge, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Railway Station via Piccadilly Gardens, Piccadilly, Hazel Grove Park & Ride, and Rising Sun in around 2h 49m.

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