Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080) | Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Edge Lane Drive, adj Broad Green Rd/The Green (A5080) | Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Old Swan | Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Old Swan | Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Liverpool One | Astley Bridge Bus Stop (o/s Monks World Travel) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Liverpool to Bolton
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bolton. The journey takes about 1 hour 21 minutes and with fares starting at just £27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Liverpool and Bolton?
Stops in Liverpool
- ACanning Pl, Liverpool L1, UK
- B9 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool L3, UK
- D
3315 Islington
3315 Islington, Liverpool L3 8JR, UK - E
44 Norton St
44 Norton St, Liverpool L3 8PY, UK - F
Bootle - Port of Liverpool
Liverpool, Bootle L20 1DB, UK
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 29735 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 Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £17
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Liverpool to Bolton
How far is Bolton from Liverpool by coach?
The journey from Liverpool to Bolton by coach covers an approximate distance of 26 miles (41 km).
Is there a way to reach Bolton from Liverpool without a car?
You can reach Bolton from Liverpool by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Liverpool to Bolton was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Liverpool to Bolton as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £18 to £24 for a bus ticket from Liverpool to Bolton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-11-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Liverpool to Bolton?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
