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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Bolton is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Bolton is to train and fly which takes 3h 40m and costs £70 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Shiffnall Street via London Heathrow Airport, Newhall St and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Bolton via Bournemouth and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Poole to Bolton?

The distance between Poole and Bolton is 232 miles. The road distance is 236.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £35 - £430.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Poole to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Bolton bus from?

Poole to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Bolton train from?

Poole to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Bolton?

The best way to get from Poole to Bolton is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £35 - £430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Poole to Bolton bus arrive?

Poole to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Bolton train arrive?

Poole to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Poole to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Bolton is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Poole to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Poole to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Bolton by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Southampton Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 40m
£74–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus
9h 32m
£28–65
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 9m
£37–426
Drive 235.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Boltoncar 235.5 mi
4h 33m
£57–83
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 19m
£77–257

Poole to Bolton by train

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 231 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £30–400 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Shiffnall Street via London Heathrow Airport, Newhall St, and Shudehill Interchange in around 9h 32m.

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