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Cheap bus tickets from Manchester to Bolton
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Bus from Manchester to Bolton: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Manchester to Bolton. Travelling by bus from Manchester to Bolton usually takes around 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
- Distance
- 10 mi (16 km)
- Shortest duration
- 25m
- Cheapest price
- $13.44
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- National Express
- Bus lines
- 1
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Manchester to Bolton Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Manchester to Bolton:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Manchester to Bolton?
Bus tickets for a trip from Manchester to Bolton cost about $13 when you book at the cheapest time, 1 day ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To save money on bus tickets and ensure availability, it's always best to book in advance.
What bus companies travel from Manchester to Bolton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Manchester to Bolton. National Express is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 1 | 25m | $13.46 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travellers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, washrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Bolton
There is usually only one bus per day from Manchester to Bolton. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
1
The bus takes an average of 25 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres from Manchester to Bolton. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
10
Distance (km)
16
There is usually only one bus per day from Manchester to Bolton. It leaves the station in Manchester at 5:10 a.m. each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest bus
5:10am
Latest bus
5:10am
The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.
Most crowded
Sunday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Manchester
Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as “The Capital of the North,” Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for the football, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Manchester?
Main departure station: Manchester Coach Station
A short walk from the city centre, Manchester Coach Station is located on Chorlton Street on the ground floor of a multistory parking garage. It has basic facilities including washrooms, food kiosks, and a small newsagent. The station's shops are open between 06:30 am and 7:00 pm each day. Neighbouring streets offer several bars and other food options. As a major hub for National Express, this station is the departing point for trips to Birmingham, London, Northern Ireland, and Ireland. Local buses depart from streetside shelters outside the station.
All bus stations in Manchester:
- Manchester Coach Station
Where does the bus arrive in Bolton?
Main arrival station: Bolton Bus Interchange
All buses from Manchester arrive at one main station in Bolton.
All bus stations in Bolton:
- Bolton Bus Interchange
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