Discover Leicester to Bolton by train

Planning a train adventure from Leicester to Bolton? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost from Leicester to Bolton

Ready to book tickets from Leicester to Bolton? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Leicester and Bolton typically run €83.29.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 5 months in advance.

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Leicester to Bolton departure frequency and train timetable

With 61 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 8 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:52 and the last one is at 22:27. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:49, with the last one at 23:59.

Average train travel time and distance from Leicester to Bolton

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 26 minutes, spanning 136 kilometres in total.

Booking time frame: Leicester to Bolton trains

Tickets for travel to Bolton along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Additional information on train travel from Leicester to Bolton

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Bolton city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Leicester to Bolton by train?

The train journey between Leicester and Bolton spans 136 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Leicester to Bolton?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at €83.29. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Leicester to Bolton train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 5 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Leicester to Bolton by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 26 minutes.