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The cheapest and fastest trains from Warrington to Bolton

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€17

Average price

€19

Fastest journey

51 m

Average duration

1 h 1 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

23 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Warrington to Bolton will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast trains

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

Avanti West CoastL02281+Northern Rail (3)L05447
06:17AM1h08
Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
07:25AMBolton station (BON)
171One-way
1 transfer
Northern Rail (3)L08709 · L08277
06:54AM0h58
Warrington Central (WAC)
07:52AMBolton station (BON)
191One-way
1 transfer
East Midlands TrainsY12354+Northern Rail (3)L10809
07:17AM0h51
Warrington Central (WAC)
08:08AMBolton station (BON)
191One-way
1 transfer
TransPennine ExpressC43532+Northern Rail (3)L06523
06:42AM1h07
Warrington Central (WAC)
07:49AMBolton station (BON)
191One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Warrington to Bolton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Warrington to Bolton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €16.

Distance: 23 km

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€17

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1h 6m

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Fastest

36m

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2h 1m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Warrington to Bolton train times

The table below shows live departures for Warrington to Bolton trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:18 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
avanti_west_coastL02281+northern_railL05447
On time
6:17 AM Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
1h08
7:25 AM Bolton station (BON)
1 transfer
transpennine_expressC43532+northern_railL06523
On time
6:42 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
1h07
7:49 AM Bolton station (BON)
1 transfer
northern_railL08709 · L08277
On time
6:54 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h58
7:52 AM Bolton station (BON)
1 transfer
east_midlands_railwayY12354+northern_railL10809
On time
7:17 AM Warrington Central (WAC)
0h51
8:08 AM Bolton station (BON)
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington to Bolton

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Trains from Warrington to Bolton run on average 3 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 59m.

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
23 km
Average train duration
36m
Cheapest ticket price
€16
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
59m
First train
05:23
Last train
22:55
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), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Warrington to Bolton trainsNorthern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Warrington and Bolton from €16. 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
42m
Cheapest Price
€16
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

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
49m
Cheapest Price
€18
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

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 5m
Cheapest Price
€13
TransPennine Express frequency
1 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

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49m
Cheapest Price
€30
first_transpennine_express frequency
15 a day

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
48m
Cheapest Price
€25
east_midlands_trains frequency
14 a day

FAQs: Trains from Warrington to Bolton

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington to Bolton 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 Bolton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Warrington to Bolton can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Warrington to Bolton is €17; 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 Warrington to Bolton is 59m to travel the 23 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Warrington to Bolton leaves at 5:23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Warrington to Bolton leaves at 10:55 PM.
There are 3 trains a day from Warrington to Bolton which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Warrington to Bolton. You can choose between East Midlands Trains. East Midlands Trains trains take around 49m
When taking a train from Warrington to Bolton, you can count on Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains for the best way to get you to Bolton. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Warrington and Bolton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Bolton from Warrington is worth doing with a journey time of 59m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Warrington to Bolton is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Warrington and Bolton including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Warrington to Bolton

Warrington
Bolton
The major train station for departures in Warrington is Warrington Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Warrington Central for your trip from Warrington to Bolton.
Warrington CentralShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • 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
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Warrington Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 05:45 - 19:00 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Warrington Bank Quay Car Park 2 - Slutchers Lane
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: 28 cycle spaces are available outside the main entrance and 8 cycle spaces are on Platform 3/4.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Warrington Bank Quay
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Forecourt.
PadgateParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via Ramp
  • 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
Public transit options for Padgate
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Road, opposite the station car park entrance for services to Manchester, adjacent to the car park entrance for services to Warrington.

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