Cheap bus, train, carpooling from Manchester to Bolton
How to get from Manchester to Bolton?
Planning to travel to Manchester from Bolton and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Manchester to Bolton, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Manchester and Bolton, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.
With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Blablacar, National Express or MegaBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.
Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Manchester to Bolton, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Manchester Bolton trip.
For your trip from Manchester to Bolton, you have several transportation options
Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Manchester to Bolton, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.
If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Manchester Bolton train is ideal and meets your expectations.
Carpooling from Manchester to Bolton is perfect if you want to travel to Bolton in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Manchester or Bolton.
Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Manchester to Bolton transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.
Manchester Bolton Travel Information
Plan your trip from Manchester to Bolton easily with Vivanoda
With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Manchester and Bolton that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, Blablacar, National Express or MegaBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Manchester and Bolton with peace of mind!
Comparison of the different ways to travel between Manchester and Bolton
Where to start from in Manchester? Where do I arrive in Bolton?
Manchester Departure Bus Stations
Departure stations in Manchester
Bolton arrival bus stations
Bolton Arrival Stations
Bus Manchester Bolton
The frequency of departures to Manchester from Bolton varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Bolton, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.
Most buses between Manchester and Bolton are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.
The duration of the bus trip between Manchester and Bolton usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Bolton for your travel date.
Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Manchester-Bolton bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.
Trains Manchester Bolton
There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from Manchester to Bolton that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.
It is recommended to book your train ticket from Manchester to Bolton at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.
The average train journey time from Manchester to Bolton depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Bolton are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.
There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Manchester to Bolton. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Manchester and Bolton.
Carpool Manchester Bolton
On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Manchester and Bolton, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.
The average cost of a carpool ride from Manchester to Bolton depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Manchester-Bolton, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.
The duration of a carpool trip between Manchester and Bolton also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.
Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Manchester Bolton trip to discuss these issues.
Carpooling platform Manchester Bolton
Alternative routes by bus, train, carpooling from Manchester
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