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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bolton (BON)

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20

train journeys
per day

148

miles (238 kms)

4hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton is approximately 148 miles (238 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 4 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:46
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:26
    4 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    11:07
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:35
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:36
    4 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:41
    4 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:41
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:43
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    18:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    19:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:11
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    20:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:36
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:11
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    22:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:36
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    23:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    00:23
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:51
    8 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    05:22
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    21:36
    9 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    07:21
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:36
    9 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Bolton
    Cardiff Queen Street to Bolton

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Bolton

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cardiff Queen Street & Bolton. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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