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Bolton to Manchester Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Bolton to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as KWD 0.870, with average prices for this route around KWD 0.910.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Fri, Jun 20
From KWD 0.870
Sat, Jun 21
From KWD 1.280
Sun, Jun 22
From KWD 1.280
Mon, Jun 23
From KWD 1.280
Tue, Jun 24
From KWD 1.280
Wed, Jun 25
From KWD 1.280
Thu, Jun 26

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
00:23 Bolton	00:41 Manchester Piccadilly	18m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:54 Bolton	06:09 Deansgate	15m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:21 Bolton	06:39 Deansgate	18m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:25 Bolton	06:49 Manchester Victoria	24m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:36 Bolton	06:51 Deansgate	15m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:49 Bolton	07:07 Paris	18m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Bolton to Manchester Train Route Details

First train

00:23

Last train

23:35

Departure station

Bolton

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

13m

Distance

11 miles

Price

KWD 0.870*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Bolton to Manchester

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Bolton to Manchester can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Bolton to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Bolton to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Bolton to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Bolton to Manchester Train Ticket Types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

Trains from Bolton to Manchester from KWD 0.870

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Bolton to Manchester Train prices and times

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