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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton (BON)

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55

train journeys
per day

15

miles (25 kms)

32 mins

fastest journey

04:48 / 00:23

first / last train

53

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 55 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Airport and Bolton , with 53 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Airport to Bolton is approximately 15 miles (25 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 35 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Bolton.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Airport to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 32 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Airport to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:48
    34 mins Direct
    05:22
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:29
    37 mins Direct
    06:06
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:48
    32 mins Direct
    06:20
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:17
    35 mins Direct
    06:52
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:48
    34 mins Direct
    07:22
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:17
    35 mins Direct
    07:52
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:29
    38 mins Direct
    08:07
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:48
    33 mins Direct
    08:21
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:17
    35 mins Direct
    08:52
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:29
    39 mins Direct
    09:08
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:48
    33 mins Direct
    09:21
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:04
    43 mins 1 change
    09:47
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:17
    36 mins Direct
    09:53
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:29
    38 mins Direct
    10:07
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:48
    33 mins Direct
    10:21
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:17
    35 mins Direct
    10:52
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:29
    38 mins Direct
    11:07
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:48
    33 mins Direct
    11:21
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:17
    35 mins Direct
    11:52
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:29
    39 mins Direct
    12:08
    Manchester Airport
    Bolton
    Manchester Airport to Bolton

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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

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 Manchester Airport and Bolton

The travel time between Manchester Airport and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Airport and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 55 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:48, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 53 direct services per day from Manchester Airport to Bolton

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Airport and Bolton.

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