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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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AU$ 4.04
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AU$ 3.23
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AU$ 3.23
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AU$ 4.04
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Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton, starting from AU$ 3.23 and averaging AU$ 4.20. The entire journey takes no more than 18m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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20:02
19m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
20:21
Bolton
Northern
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20:06
43m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
20:49
Bolton
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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20:33
19m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
20:52
Bolton
Northern
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21:02
19m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
21:21
Bolton
Northern
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21:19
30m, No direct
Manchester Piccadilly
21:49
Bolton
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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21:33
19m, Direct
Manchester Piccadilly
21:52
Paris
Northern
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Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton train route details

First train
First train
05:04
Last train
Last train
23:32
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bolton
Journey time
Journey time
18m
Distance
Distance
18 km
Price
Price
AU$ 3.23*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Bolton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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