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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Bolton is to train and bus which costs £19 - £95 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Bolton is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £290.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Bolton via Ashford International, London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Kent to Bolton?

The distance between Kent and Bolton is 262 miles. The road distance is 251.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Bolton without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Kent to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Bolton train from?

Kent to Bolton train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Where does the Kent to Bolton train arrive?

Kent to Bolton train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kent to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Bolton is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Kent to Bolton.

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

Book your Kent to Bolton train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3496+ hotels available in Bolton.

Kent to Bolton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Kent 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 via Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 20m
£61–282
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
7h 53m
£20–94
Drive 250.4 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Boltoncar 250.4 mi
4h 36m
£61–87
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to Ashford Internationaltrain
2. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h
£78–289
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
4h 35m
£51–255
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 25m
£192–637
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 56m
£89–263
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
7h 8m
£237–803

Kent to Bolton by train and foot

241Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.2 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Bolton via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 20m.

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