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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Bolton is to bus and line 8 bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Lode Lane and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Bolton via Birmingham New Street and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Solihull to Bolton?

The distance between Solihull and Bolton is 100 miles. The road distance is 100.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Solihull to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Bolton bus from?

Solihull to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Bolton train from?

Solihull to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Bolton?

The best way to get from Solihull to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Solihull to Bolton bus arrive?

Solihull to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Solihull to Bolton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Solihull to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Bolton is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Solihull to Bolton.

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

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Solihull to Bolton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Solihull to Bolton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 39m
£36–74
Bus, line 8 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bolton Interchangebus 8
5h 40m
£12–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bolton Interchangebus 424
4h 48m
£20–48
Drive 99.7 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Boltoncar 99.7 mi
1h 58m
£25–36

Solihull to Bolton by train and foot

246Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.5 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Transport for Wales also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bolton Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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