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Manchester Airport to Bolton Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Airport to Bolton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $2.17, with average prices for this route around $4.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Fri, Jul 11
Sat, Jul 12
From $4.33
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From $4.33
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Tue, Jul 15
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Wed, Jul 16
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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
04:48 Manchester Airport	05:22 Bolton	34m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:29 Manchester Airport	06:07 Bolton	38m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:48 Manchester Airport	06:20 Bolton	32m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:17 Manchester Airport	06:53 Bolton	36m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:48 Manchester Airport	07:21 Bolton	33m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:17 Manchester Airport	07:52 Paris	35m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Manchester Airport to Bolton Train Route Details

First train

04:48

Last train

23:46

Departure station

Manchester Airport

Arrival station

Bolton

Journey time

32m

Distance

17 miles

Price

$2.17*

Train operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport to Bolton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Airport to Bolton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Airport to Bolton for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester Airport to Bolton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester Airport to Bolton ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling from Manchester Airport to Bolton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Airport to Bolton Train Ticket Types

Save money on your trip from Manchester Airport to Bolton with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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