Timetable
Train route
Cheap train tickets
Bolton to Elgin Train Route Details
First train
06:38
Last train
20:53
Journey time
7h 24m
Distance
456 km
Price
SEK 344.30*
How to book cheap train tickets from Bolton to Elgin
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 Elgin can result in significant cost savings.
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 for greater savings
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 Elgin, 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 Elgin 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Bolton to Elgin more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Bolton to Elgin train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
This is a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?
Best price promise
If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*
Split Tickets
Reduce your train fare by splitting your Bolton to Elgin route into individual segments.
National Rail Partners
Official train ticket sellers with 5-star customer support
No Booking Fees on the App
Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees
Recommendations
Trains from Bolton
Trains to Elgin
Popular routes
Top Destinations
Popular stations
- Bolton to Edinburgh (Waverley)
- Bolton to Birmingham
- Bolton to London St Pancras International
- Bolton to Manchester Victoria
- Bolton to Salford Crescent
- Bolton to Sheffield
- Bolton to Wigan Wallgate
- Bolton to Salford Central
- Bolton to Manchester Piccadilly
- Bolton to Deansgate
- Bolton to Blackpool North
- Bolton to Manchester Oxford Road
- Bolton to Chorley
- Bolton to Vauxhall
- Bolton to Salford
- Bolton to Leeds
- Bolton to London Charing Cross
- Bolton to Liverpool
- Bolton to London Euston
- Bolton to Lancaster
*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.