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Outbound fromHeathrow Airport to Bolton by train
It takes an average of 6h 44m to travel from Heathrow Airport to Bolton by train, over a distance of around 167 miles (269 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Heathrow Airport to Bolton and tickets for this journey start from £75 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:25 | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Arrival station | Bolton | |
| Journey time | From 5h 1m | |
| Distance | 167 miles (269 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £75 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink |
About the train journey from Heathrow Airport to Bolton
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The train from Heathrow Airport to Bolton usually takes 6 hours 44 minutes on average to travel 167 miles (269 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 1 minute. You can expect to find 2 trains per day running on this popular route. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Bolton, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. During your journey, you're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink, as these are the main train operators on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Bolton if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £75.00. You can also travel Off-Peak – tickets are usually cheaper during quieter times on weekdays and weekends – or get a Railcard and save up to 1/3 on eligible journeys for a whole year. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, scroll up for timetables and live train times, or keep reading for tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
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Cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to Bolton
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Heathrow Airport to Bolton is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.