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

The cheapest way to get from Tameside to Bolton is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tameside to Bolton is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Tameside and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Tameside to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Timperley Road and arriving at Shiffnall Street via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Tameside and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stalybridge and arriving at Bolton. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Tameside to Bolton?

The distance between Tameside and Bolton is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tameside to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £3 - £13.

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

The train from Stalybridge to Bolton takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Tameside to Bolton bus from?

Tameside to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Timperley Road station.

Where do I catch the Tameside to Bolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Tameside to Bolton?

The best way to get from Tameside to Bolton is to train which takes 39 min and costs £3 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 231 bus and line 37 bus, which costs and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Tameside to Bolton bus arrive?

Tameside to Bolton bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Tameside to Bolton train arrive?

Tameside to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Tameside to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Tameside to Bolton is 21 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Tameside to Bolton.

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

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Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3479+ hotels available in Bolton.

Tameside to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 36 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Tameside to Bolton by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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 Stalybridge to BoltonStalybridge - Southport / ...
39 min
£3–13
Tram, line 36 bus
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Piccadilly GardensBlue Line
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchange36 / ...
1h 57m
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Tameside to Bolton20.4 mi
28 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tameside to Bolton20.4 mi
28 min
£45–55
Line 231 bus, line 37 bus
1. Take the bus from Timperley Road to Piccadilly Gardens231
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Shiffnall Street37
2h 6m

Tameside to Bolton by train

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Stalybridge to Bolton hourly. Tickets cost £3–13 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Timperley Road to Shiffnall Street via Piccadilly Gardens in around 2h 6m.

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