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Journey Information
There are 27 intercity buses per day from Liverpool to Bolton. Traveling by bus from Liverpool to Bolton usually takes around 3 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 26 mi (42 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $11.94 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Liverpool to Bolton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Liverpool 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 | 27 | 3h 36m | $13.83 |
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, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 26 miles from Liverpool to Bolton. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 10 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Liverpool to Bolton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 27 scheduled buses that travel from Liverpool to Bolton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Liverpool to Bolton; ticket prices start at $15.52.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Liverpool?
Main departure station: ONE Coach Station
Buses to Bolton leave from 6 stations in Liverpool.
All bus stations in Liverpool:
ONE Coach Station
John Lennon Airport
Edge Lane
University of Liverpool
Edge Lane
Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
Where does the bus arrive in Bolton?
Main arrival station: Astley Bridge
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Bolton.
All bus stations in Bolton:
Astley Bridge
Bolton Bus Interchange
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