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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Bolton is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 33m.

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 £85 - £210.

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 £110 - £360.

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 train from?

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

There are 3591+ hotels available in Bolton.

Poole to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Bolton by train, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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
£88–203
Drive 235.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Boltoncar 235.5 mi
4h 33m
£59–85
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 9m
£117–357
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 17m
£95–303

Poole to Bolton by train

122Weekly Trains

6h 9mAverage Duration

£117Cheapest Price

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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 £110–330 and the journey takes 4h 44m.

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