Bolton to Liverpool train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Dec 01

Cheapest price

€10

Average price

€14

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

1 h 19 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bolton to Liverpool will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bolton to Liverpool without transferring at least once.

Northern Rail (3)W49676+East Midlands TrainsY07550
11:58AM1h31
Bolton station (BON)
01:29PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
101One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)W50815 · Y06058
11:49AM1h22
Bolton station (BON)
01:11PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
131One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)G37443+TransPennine ExpressC27017
11:18AM1h13
Bolton station (BON)
12:31PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
131One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)Y04170+TransPennine ExpressC26360
11:49AM1h10
Bolton station (BON)
12:59PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
161One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)Y00877 · Y00207
11:36AM1h17
Bolton station (BON)
12:53PMLiverpool Lime Street (LIV)
181One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bolton to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €7.

Distance: 41 km

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€18

Average price

€16

Average price

Cheapest

1h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 25m

Average total duration

1h 55m

Onboard

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30m

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0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Northern Rail (3)

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bolton to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Liverpool trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:09 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail7:23 AM Bolton
1h45
9:08 AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
northern_rail9:13 AM Bolton
1h56
11:09 AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
transpennine_express9:32 AM Bolton
1h28
11:00 AM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
northern_rail1:13 PM Bolton
1h55
3:08 PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect
northern_rail2:56 PM Bolton
1h28
4:24 PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bolton to Liverpool

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Trains from Bolton to Liverpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 02:19, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 16m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
41 km
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 16m
First train
02:19
Last train
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express from Bolton to Liverpool trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Bolton and Liverpool from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 16m
Cheapest Price
€6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
€12
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
€14
East Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 21m
Cheapest Price
€46
first_transpennine_express frequency
5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Bolton to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Liverpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bolton to Liverpool can start from as little as €9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bolton to Liverpool is €24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bolton to Liverpool is 1 h 3 min   to travel the 40 km long trip, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bolton to Liverpool leaves at 04: 24. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bolton to Liverpool leaves at 23: 30.
There are 6 trains a day from Bolton to Liverpool which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Liverpool. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Bolton to Liverpool.
For the best Bolton to Liverpool train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Bolton to Liverpool to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 30.
A day trip to Liverpool from Bolton is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Bolton to Liverpool is November.
You have options as you can travel from Bolton to Liverpool 2 different ways: train or coach.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bolton to Liverpool

Bolton
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Bolton is Bromley Cross. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bromley Cross for your trip from Bolton to Liverpool.
Bromley CrossParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:50 - 13:20 Saturday 07:50 - 14:20 Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, To Manchester : Level access from the car park over level crossing and up ramp onto platform. To Blackburn : Level access from the car park, through a 4ft wide gate, up a short ramp (1:9 slope) onto the platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Bromley Cross
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stop opposite the Railway Pub.
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
LostockParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:25 - 19:35 Saturday,Sunday Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Lostock
  • Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up at the top of the station car park.
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
BoltonWifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Parking is not available.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available from the Station Supervisor and at the News Stand upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: platforms 3 & 4
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Bolton
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Newport Street stop, at stand AA
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Hall I' Th' WoodParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: No
  • Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms.
  • Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level.
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transit options for Hall I' Th' Wood
  • Onward travel information: On Crompton Way for buses to Bolton or Halliwell. Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Crompton Way, under railway bridge (Nearside for Blackburn, Farside for Bolton)
  • Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811

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