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Trains from Watford Junction to Bolton (BON)

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31

train journeys
per day

157

miles (253 kms)

4hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

04:03 / 02:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Watford Junction to Bolton (BON)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Watford Junction and Bolton , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Watford Junction to Bolton is approximately 157 miles (253 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 22 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Bolton.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Watford Junction to Bolton. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Watford Junction to Bolton Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:03
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:21
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:32
    5 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:04
    5 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    10:21
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:12
    5 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:21
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:21
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:45
    5 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:15
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    14:22
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:45
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:15
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:22
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    16:21
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    17:52
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    18:21
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:45
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:52
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:15
    5 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    19:21
    Watford Junction
    Bolton
    Watford Junction to Bolton

About Watford Junction Station

Station name Watford Junction (WFJ)
Address Watford Junction station, Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU
Managed by LN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:00
Saturday 05:30 - 23:00
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 Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Watford Junction and Bolton

The travel time between Watford Junction and Bolton by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Watford Junction and Bolton vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:03, and the last train of the day leaves at 02:13.

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Amenities on trains between Watford Junction 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 Watford Junction & Bolton. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Watford Junction and Bolton.

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