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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to bus which costs £20 - £65 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Birmingham Coach Station and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bolton?

The distance between Cardiff and Bolton is 181 miles. The road distance is 179.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Cardiff to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bolton bus from?

Cardiff to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bolton train from?

Cardiff to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bolton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £65 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Bolton train arrive?

Cardiff to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bolton is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Bolton.

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

Book your Cardiff to Bolton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3591+ hotels available in Bolton.

Cardiff to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Bolton by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 49m
£46–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 44m
£20–61
Drive 178.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Boltoncar 178.8 mi
3h 48m
£44–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 3m
£105–312
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 59m
£36–217

Cardiff to Bolton by train

108Weekly Trains

3h 49mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Bolton.

Launch map view

Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Bolton, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Shiffnall Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 44m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.