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Dumfries to Bolton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Dumfries to Bolton, starting from SEK 155.52 and averaging SEK 756.82. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 31m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
04:57 2h 41m, Changes required Dumfries	07:38 Bolton	Find Tickets
06:04 3h 17m, Changes required Dumfries	09:21 Bolton	Find Tickets
07:15 2h 51m, Changes required Dumfries	10:06 Bolton	Find Tickets
07:58 2h 36m, Changes required Dumfries	10:34 Bolton	Find Tickets
07:58 3h 8m, Changes required Dumfries	11:06 Bolton	Find Tickets
08:59 3h 8m, Changes required Dumfries	12:07 Paris	Find Tickets

Dumfries to Bolton Train Route Details

First train

04:57

Last train

19:03

Departure station

Dumfries

Arrival station

Bolton

Journey time

2h 31m

Distance

184 km

Price

SEK 155.52*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Dumfries to Bolton

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Dumfries to Bolton during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Dumfries to Bolton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Dumfries 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%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Dumfries to Bolton ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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 Dumfries to Bolton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Dumfries 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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Dumfries to Bolton Train prices and times

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