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

The cheapest way to get from Prescot to Bolton is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prescot to Bolton is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Prescot and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Prescot to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Wycherley Street and arriving at Noel Street via Chalon Way West and Wigan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Prescot and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Prescot to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Prescot and arriving at Bolton via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Prescot to Bolton?

The distance between Prescot and Bolton is 22 miles. The road distance is 23 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prescot to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £11 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Prescot to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prescot to Bolton bus from?

Prescot to Bolton bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Chalon Way West station.

Where do I catch the Prescot to Bolton train from?

Prescot to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Prescot station.

Train or bus from Prescot to Bolton?

The best way to get from Prescot to Bolton is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £11 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 352 bus and line 575 bus, which costs and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Prescot to Bolton bus arrive?

Prescot to Bolton bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Wigan Bus Station.

Where does the Prescot to Bolton train arrive?

Prescot to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Prescot to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Prescot to Bolton is 23 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Prescot to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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Prescot to Bolton - 6 ways to travel via train, line 607 bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Prescot to Bolton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prescot to Wigan North WesternLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to BoltonSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
1h 11m
£11–16
Drive 22.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Prescot to Bolton22.9 mi
39 min
£6–8
Train, line 607 bus
1. Take the train from Prescot to Wigan North WesternLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Bolton Interchange607
1h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prescot to Bolton22.9 mi
39 min
£50–60
Line 352 bus, line 575 bus
1. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Wigan Bus Station352 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Noel Street575
2h 30m
Bus, line 320 bus, line 559 bus
1. Take the bus from Wycherley Street to Church Street10A / ...
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to The Gerard Centre320
3. Take the bus from The Gerard Centre to University of Bolton559
2h 33m

Prescot to Bolton by train

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Distance: 21.8 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a train from Prescot to Bolton via Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wycherley Street to Noel Street via Exchange Street, Chalon Way West, and Wigan Bus Station in around 2h 30m.

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