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

The cheapest way to get from Hartlepool to Bolton is to bus and line 8 bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hartlepool to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Hartlepool and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Hartlepool to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool Interchange and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Hartlepool and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Hartlepool to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Hartlepool and arriving at Bolton via Thornaby and Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Hartlepool to Bolton?

The distance between Hartlepool and Bolton is 139 miles. The road distance is 115.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Hartlepool to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Bolton bus from?

Hartlepool to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hartlepool Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Hartlepool to Bolton train from?

Hartlepool to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thornaby station.

Train or bus from Hartlepool to Bolton?

The best way to get from Hartlepool to Bolton is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Hartlepool to Bolton bus arrive?

Hartlepool to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Hartlepool to Bolton train arrive?

Hartlepool to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Hartlepool to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Hartlepool to Bolton is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Hartlepool to Bolton.

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

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Hartlepool to Bolton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 8 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Hartlepool to Bolton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoriatrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 57m
£49–87
Bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hartlepool Interchange to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 426
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Shiffnall Streetbus 8
5h 18m
£20–42
Drive 114.7 mi
1. Drive from Hartlepool to Boltoncar 114.7 mi
2h 24m
£29–41

Hartlepool to Bolton by train

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.5 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hartlepool Interchange to Shiffnall Street via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Shudehill Interchange in around 5h 18m.

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