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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | Bolton Central Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | Bolton Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | Bolton Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | Bolton Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Manchester Airport Bus Station (MAN) | Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Bolton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bolton. The journey takes about 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Bolton?
Stops in Manchester
- BShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- C16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Stops in Bolton
- A
Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel)
588 Blackburn Road, Bolton BL1 - B
Bolton - Central Bus Station
Central Bus Station A6172, Bolton BL1 1, UK - C
Astley Bridge Bus Stop
501 Blackburn Rd, Bolton BL1 8NW, UK
Compare bus companies
Based on 29723 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $13
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Bolton by bus
What is the travel distance from Manchester to Bolton?
The distance between Manchester and Bolton is approximately 18 km (11 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Manchester to Bolton?
Buses departing from Manchester Airport in Manchester will take you to Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) in Bolton.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Bolton was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $11To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Bolton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $11 to $22 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Bolton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-11-24.
