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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Bolton | Liverpool Lime Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bolton | Liverpool Lime Street | No tags | ||||
| Train | Bolton | Liverpool Lime Street | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bolton to Liverpool
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 3 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just R 170, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bolton and Liverpool?
Bolton
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Bolton Horwich Parkway Train Station
3 Arena Approach, Horwich, Bolton BL6 6LB, UK
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bolton to Liverpool by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Bolton to Liverpool?
The cheapest train tickets from Bolton to Liverpool start from R 363. The average price for this train route is around R 565. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bolton to Liverpool?
The average train journey time from Bolton to Liverpool is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 41 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Bolton to Liverpool route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Bolton to Liverpool?
The earliest train from Bolton to Liverpool departs at 07:38. And the latest train departs at 16:31.
Which is the best train operator from Bolton to Liverpool?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bolton to Liverpool?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Bolton to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Bolton to Liverpool?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bolton to Liverpool was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 356To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bolton to Liverpool as early as possible.
