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Salford to Bolton Train Timetable
Trip Summary
There are usually 35 daily train trips available from Salford to Bolton. Traveling by train from Salford to Bolton usually takes 18 minutes, but the fastest Northern Rail train can make the trip in 12 minutes.
| Distance | 8 mi (13 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 12m |
| Lowest price | £1.99 |
| Trains per day | 33 |
| Most frequent service | Northern Rail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Salford to Bolton?
Northern Rail is the one and only train line which connects Salford to Bolton. However, there are 35 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 35 | 0h 18m | £4.88 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Salford to Bolton
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Salford to Bolton. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Salford at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 35 scheduled trains on most days. 33 of these are direct connections to Bolton. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Bolton to Salford.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Salford?
Main departure station: Salford Crescent
There is one train station in Salford.
All train stations in Salford:
Salford Crescent
Where is the train station in Bolton?
Main arrival station: Lostock
There are more train stations and stops in Bolton than most cities. Most trains from Salford will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Bolton:
Train stations in Bolton:
Lostock
Bromley Cross Station
Moses Gate Station
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