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Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Bolton (BON)

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25

train journeys
per day

172

miles (278 kms)

4hrs 14 mins

fastest journey

02:15 / 23:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

3

routes

Trains from London Blackfriars (BFR) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between London Blackfriars and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Blackfriars to Bolton is approximately 172 miles (278 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 8 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between London Blackfriars and Bolton.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Blackfriars to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 14 mins.

Journeys from London Blackfriars to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    02:15
    7 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    09:21
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:36
    5 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    09:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:33
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:07
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:37
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    11:07
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:39
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    11:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:07
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:37
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    13:08
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:37
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    13:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:37
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:07
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    15:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:37
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    16:08
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:37
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    17:08
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:37
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    17:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:37
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:07
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    19:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:37
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    20:07
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    20:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:37
    4 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    21:21
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:37
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    London Blackfriars
    Bolton
    London Blackfriars to Bolton

About London Blackfriars Station

Station name London Blackfriars (BFR)
Address London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 20:30
Saturday 07:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 16:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 London Blackfriars and Bolton

The travel time between London Blackfriars and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 8 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 14 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Blackfriars and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between London Blackfriars and Bolton typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between London Blackfriars 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 London Blackfriars & Bolton. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between London Blackfriars and Bolton.

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