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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Bolton is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Bolton via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Bolton?

The distance between Sheffield and Bolton is 54 miles. The road distance is 52.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £10 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Sheffield to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Bolton train from?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Bolton is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Sheffield to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3535+ hotels available in Bolton.

Sheffield to Bolton - 3 ways to travel via train, line 36 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sheffield to Bolton by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Boltontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 22m
£11–39
Train, line 36 bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 36 / ...
2h 25m
Drive 52.5 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Boltoncar 52.5 mi
1h 17m
£13–19

Sheffield to Bolton by train

220Weekly Trains

1h 22mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sheffield to Bolton.

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Distance: 53.2 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Bolton via Manchester Oxford Road in around 1h 22m.

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