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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Bolton is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Bolton is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Bolton via Cheltenham Spa and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Swindon to Bolton?

The distance between Swindon and Bolton is 182 miles. The road distance is 169.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Swindon to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Bolton bus from?

Swindon to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Bolton train from?

Swindon to Bolton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Bolton?

The best way to get from Swindon to Bolton is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Swindon to Bolton bus arrive?

Swindon to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Where does the Swindon to Bolton train arrive?

Swindon to Bolton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Bolton is 170 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Swindon to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at University of Bolton via Cheltenham Racecourse, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand M and Leigh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 51m
£36–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Cheltenham Racecoursebus Cf6
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Abus Cf4
6h 4m
£37–51
Drive 168.5 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Boltoncar 168.5 mi
2h 59m
£42–60
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 6m
£96–352
Train, line 607 bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
4. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Bolton Interchangebus 607
5h 32m

Swindon to Bolton by train

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Distance: 180.8 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Bolton via Cheltenham Spa and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to University of Bolton via Cheltenham Racecourse, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand A, Warrington Bus Interchange Stand M, and Leigh Bus Station in around 6h 4m.

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