Train from Bolton to Liverpool: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bolton to Liverpool on January 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
NorthernTrain
Bolton
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
NorthernTrain
Bolton
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
NorthernTrain
Bolton
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
NorthernTrain
Bolton
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags
NorthernTrain
Bolton
Liverpool Lime StreetNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Bolton to Liverpool

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Liverpool. The journey takes about 3 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
3h 52mAverage Duration
27 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$11 - $26Average Duration3h 52m
1kg CO₂e
Average Price$23 - $39Average Duration1h 28m
1kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$7 - $7Average Duration40m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bolton to Liverpool by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Bolton to Liverpool?

    The cheapest train tickets from Bolton to Liverpool start from $23. The average price for this train route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Bolton to Liverpool?

    The average train ride duration from Bolton to Liverpool is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 26 miles (41 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Northern.

  3. Which train operators service the Bolton to Liverpool route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bolton to Liverpool?

    The earliest train departs from Bolton to Liverpool at 7:38am. And the latest train departs at 4:31pm.

  5. What 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.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Bolton to Liverpool?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Bolton to Liverpool?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. 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.

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