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Cambridge to Bolton Bus Schedule
Bus from Cambridge to Bolton: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Cambridge to Bolton. Traveling by bus from Cambridge to Bolton usually takes around 10 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 142 mi (229 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $55.72 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cambridge to Bolton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cambridge to Bolton. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 3 | 10h 28m | $80.24 |
Book National Express from Cambridge to Bolton from $56. There are 3 trips per day offered by National Express from Cambridge to Bolton and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Bolton. In Cambridge, National Express departs to Bolton from Cambridge City Centre . In Bolton, National Express arrives at Bolton Bus Interchange .
An average trip on National Express from Cambridge to Bolton takes 10 hours and 28 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Bolton in 9 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bolton.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cambridge to Bolton
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 142 miles from Cambridge to Bolton. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Bolton. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Cambridge to Bolton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cambridge?
Main departure station: Cambridge City Centre
Most buses depart from the main station in Cambridge.
All bus stations in Cambridge:
Cambridge City Centre
Where does the bus arrive in Bolton?
Main arrival station: Bolton Bus Interchange
All buses from Cambridge arrive at one main station in Bolton.
All bus stations in Bolton:
Bolton Bus Interchange
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