Oxford to Bolton by train

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Overview: trains from Oxford to Bolton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Oxford to Bolton, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:38 View journey
Last train 20:40 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 18m View journey
Distance (km) 217
Trains / day 18 View all
Cheapest journey US$131.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 45m
Train operators 5

Travelling from Oxford to Bolton by train

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

The fastest trains from Oxford to Bolton take around 3 hours and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 217 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Oxford is scheduled to depart at around  06:38. The last departure is usually at around 20:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Oxford at around 06:39, with the last train leaving at around 20:39. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 18 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 55 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$131.00.

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 Oxford to Bolton?

The journey between Oxford and Bolton usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Oxford 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 Oxford to Bolton?

The Oxford to Bolton train travel takes about 3 hours and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Oxford to Bolton train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bolton leaving Oxford at around 06:38 and the last train leaving at around 20:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Oxford at around 06:39, with the final departure at 20:39.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.