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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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14

train journeys
per day

149

miles (239 kms)

4hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 20:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Cardiff Bay (CDB)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Cardiff Bay , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Cardiff Bay is approximately 149 miles (239 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 53 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Cardiff Bay.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Cardiff Bay. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Cardiff Bay Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:54
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    10:24
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:54
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:24
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:53
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:24
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:54
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:24
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:06
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    15:06
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    16:06
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:54
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    17:24
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:54
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    18:06
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:54
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    19:24
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:54
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:24
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:54
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    21:36
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    17:54
    4 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    22:36
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:54
    10 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    06:36
    Bolton
    Cardiff Bay
    Bolton to Cardiff Bay

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Cardiff Bay Station

Station name Cardiff Bay (CDB)
Address Cardiff Bay station, Bute Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 5LE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bolton and Cardiff Bay

The travel time between Bolton and Cardiff Bay by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Cardiff Bay vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:15.

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Amenities on trains between Bolton and Cardiff Bay can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bolton & Cardiff Bay. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Cardiff Bay.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bolton and Cardiff Bay, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.