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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Bolton to Birmingham

Composite routes from Bolton to Birmingham

Cheapest
4 h 6 min
Car
393 km.
from $21

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Centenary
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

Bee Network

Phone:
+44 161 244 1000
Website:
traveline.info
Bus from Bolton Interchange to College
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Bus from Shiffnall Street to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.30–$151.89
Train from Wigan North Western to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$48.10–$151.89

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bolton Interchange to Digbeth
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.38–$44.30

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Birmingham is to bus which costs $26.09 - $38.04 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $31.52 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Digbeth. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Bolton to Birmingham?

The distance between Bolton and Birmingham is 149 km. The road distance is 157.1 km.

How do I travel from Bolton to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $43.48 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Bolton to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Birmingham bus from?

Bolton to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Birmingham train from?

Bolton to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Bolton to Birmingham is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $43.48 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26.09 - $38.04 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Bolton to Birmingham bus arrive?

Bolton to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Digbeth station.

Where does the Bolton to Birmingham train arrive?

Bolton to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Birmingham is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Bolton to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Birmingham?

Book your Bolton to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bolton to Birmingham?

Book your Bolton to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 2904+ hotels available in Birmingham. Prices start at $34.22 per night.
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