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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Bolton is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Bolton?

The distance between Nottingham and Bolton is 94 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £18 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Nottingham to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Bolton bus from?

Nottingham to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Bolton train from?

Nottingham to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Bolton?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £18 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Nottingham to Bolton bus arrive?

Nottingham to Bolton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Nottingham to Bolton train arrive?

Nottingham to Bolton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Bolton is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Nottingham to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 20m
£19–72
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Shiffnall Streetbus 8
3h 53m
Drive 84 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Boltoncar 84 mi
1h 54m
£21–30

Nottingham to Bolton by train

103Weekly Trains

2h 20mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 93.4 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

East Midlands Railways operates a train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £16–65 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Shiffnall Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Shudehill Interchange in around 3h 53m.

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