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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Cambridge (CBG)

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42

train journeys
per day

143

miles (230 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

9

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Cambridge (CBG)

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On a typical weekday there are 42 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Cambridge , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 42 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Cambridge is approximately 143 miles (230 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 55 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Cambridge.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Cambridge. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Cambridge Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:54
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:36
    4 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:54
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    11:08
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:58
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:37
    4 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    11:53
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:53
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    12:30
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:57
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:36
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:53
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:54
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:05
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:58
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:44
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:36
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    13:53
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:54
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:08
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:58
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:36
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    14:53
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:54
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:05
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:58
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:44
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    15:53
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:54
    4 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    16:08
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:58
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    16:45
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:36
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:53
    Bolton
    Cambridge
    Bolton to Cambridge

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 Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bolton and Cambridge

The travel time between Bolton and Cambridge by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Cambridge vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 42 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Bolton and Cambridge 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 & Cambridge. owever, there are 42 possible journeys which require a change.

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