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How to get fromManchester to Bolton Castleby train, taxi, car or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Bolton Castle by train, taxi, car, or bus

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Northallertontrain train Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Northallerton to Bolton Castletaxi taxi
    2h 19m
    £74–137

  2. Drive 74.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Manchester to Bolton Castlecar car 74.7 mi
    1h 34m
    £18–26

  3. Train, line 856 bus

    1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Northallertontrain train Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
    2. Take the bus from County Hall to The Foxbus bus 856
    3h 41m

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What companies run services between Manchester, England and Bolton Castle, England?

There is no direct connection from Manchester to Bolton Castle. However, you can take the train to Northallerton then take the taxi to Bolton Castle. Alternatively, you can drive from Manchester to Bolton Castle in around 1h 34m.

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