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Find best prices from Birmingham to Bolton

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Birmingham to Bolton, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Birmingham to Bolton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Birmingham to Bolton, starting from €11.24 and averaging €23.15. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 5m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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20:01
2h 49m, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
22:50
Bolton
CrossCountryNorthern
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21:01
2h 19m, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
23:20
Bolton
CrossCountryNorthern
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21:07
2h 13m, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
23:20
Bolton
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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22:01
7h 21m, Changes required
Birmingham New Street
05:22
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Paris
CrossCountryNorthern
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Birmingham to Bolton Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:45
Last train
Last train
22:01
Departure station
Departure station
Birmingham
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bolton
Journey time
Journey time
2h 5m
Distance
Distance
127 km
Price
Price
€11.24*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Bolton

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Birmingham to Bolton can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Birmingham to Bolton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

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 Birmingham to Bolton 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham to Bolton train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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