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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Bolton is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Bolton?

The distance between Holyhead and Bolton is 135 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Holyhead to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Bolton train from?

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

Where does the Holyhead to Bolton train arrive?

Holyhead to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Bolton is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Holyhead to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3519+ hotels available in Bolton.

Holyhead to Bolton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 11m
£35–76
Drive 118.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Boltoncar 118.7 mi
2h 17m
£29–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shottontrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus X30
5h 53m
£33–45

Holyhead to Bolton by train

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3h 11mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Holyhead to Manchester Oxford Road every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–70 and the journey takes 2h 47m.

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