Travelling from Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton by train

Want to know how to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton take around 1 hour and 7 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 65 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Stoke-on-Trent is scheduled to depart at around  06:24. The last departure is usually at around 23:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Stoke-on-Trent at around 07:19, with the last train leaving at around 23:35. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 65 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £10.32.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bolton, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Bolton.

Is there a direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton?

The journey between Stoke-on-Trent and Bolton usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton?

The Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton train travel takes about 1 hour and 7 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Stoke-on-Trent to Bolton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bolton leaving Stoke-on-Trent at around 06:24 and the last train leaving at around 23:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Stoke-on-Trent at around 07:19, with the final departure at 23:35.