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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Bolton is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Express Lounge and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Bolton?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Bolton is 130 miles. The road distance is 106 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £28 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Middlesbrough to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Bolton bus from?

Middlesbrough to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Bolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Bolton?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £28 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 36 bus, which costs and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Bolton bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Bolton train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Bolton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Bolton is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Middlesbrough to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Middlesbrough to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 36 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Bolton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 54m
£28–77
Drive 105.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Boltoncar 105.4 mi
2h 11m
£26–37
Bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 36 / ...
4h 7m
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
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
4h 43m

Middlesbrough to Bolton by train

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Distance: 129.2 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Bolton Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens in around 4h 7m.

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