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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Reading Stations

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16

train journeys
per day

158

miles (255 kms)

3hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Reading Stations is approximately 158 miles (255 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 36 mins.

Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Reading Stations.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 43 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Bolton to Reading Stations

Journeys from Bolton to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:54
    3 hrs 51 mins1 change
    10:45
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:38
    4 hrs 3 mins1 change
    11:41
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:54
    3 hrs 43 mins1 change
    12:37
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:54
    3 hrs 47 mins1 change
    13:41
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:54
    3 hrs 48 mins1 change
    14:42
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:36
    4 hrs 6 mins1 change
    15:42
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:54
    3 hrs 46 mins1 change
    16:40
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:54
    3 hrs 46 mins1 change
    17:40
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:54
    3 hrs 47 mins1 change
    18:41
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    15:54
    3 hrs 47 mins1 change
    19:41
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:54
    3 hrs 49 mins1 change
    20:43
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:54
    3 hrs 45 mins1 change
    21:39
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    18:36
    4 hrs 2 mins1 change
    22:38
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:54
    3 hrs 44 mins1 change
    23:38
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:35
    9 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    08:48
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:51
    10 hrs 54 mins2 changes
    10:45
    Bolton
    Reading
    Bolton to Reading

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
AddressBolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed byNT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 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 DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bolton and Reading Stations

The travel time between Bolton and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 36 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Bolton and Reading Stations 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 & Reading Stations. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Reading Stations.

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