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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Swansea (SWA)

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19

train journeys
per day

149

miles (239 kms)

4hrs 45 mins

fastest journey

05:54 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Swansea (SWA)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Swansea , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Swansea is approximately 149 miles (239 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 46 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Swansea.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Swansea. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 45 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Swansea Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:54
    5 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    10:59
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:54
    4 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    11:45
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:53
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    12:59
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:22
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:54
    4 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    13:53
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:54
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    14:42
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:21
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:31
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:54
    4 hrs 45 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:54
    4 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:49
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:54
    5 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    18:11
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:21
    5 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    18:33
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:54
    5 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:54
    5 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    20:04
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:54
    4 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    20:42
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:54
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    22:10
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:54
    5 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:54
    5 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    00:34
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:21
    10 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    09:56
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:51
    11 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    11:45
    Bolton
    Swansea
    Bolton to Swansea

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 Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bolton and Swansea

The travel time between Bolton and Swansea by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 45 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Swansea vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 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 Swansea 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 & Swansea. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Swansea.

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