How much is the train ticket from Blackburn to Bolton?

The cheapest train tickets from Blackburn to Bolton start at $6. The average price for this train route is around $10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Blackburn to Bolton?

The average train trip from Blackburn to Bolton takes 29m and covers 20 km. The quickest train gets you there in 28m and is operated by Northern .

Which train operators serve the Blackburn to Bolton route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Blackburn to Bolton?

The earliest train from Blackburn to Bolton departs at 7:17am. The latest train departs at 11:20pm.

Train Blackburn to Bolton from $5

Next train departures

Next departures for Blackburn to Bolton on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	28m	8:15am	Bolton	CheapestFastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	29m	7:46am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	29m	8:47am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:48am	Blackburn	29m	9:17am	Bolton	No tags
Train	9:18am	Blackburn	29m	9:47am	Bolton	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Bolton on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:49am	Blackburn	29m	9:18am	Bolton	CheapestFastest
Train	10:48am	Blackburn	30m	11:18am	Bolton	No tags
Train	11:25am	Blackburn	1h 9m	12:34pm	Bolton	No tags
Train	12:49pm	Blackburn	29m	1:18pm	Bolton	No tags
Train	4:49pm	Blackburn	29m	5:18pm	Bolton	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Bolton on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	28m	8:15am	Bolton	CheapestFastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	29m	7:46am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	29m	8:47am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:48am	Blackburn	29m	9:17am	Bolton	No tags
Train	9:18am	Blackburn	29m	9:47am	Bolton	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Bolton on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:18am	Blackburn	29m	9:47am	Bolton	Cheapest
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	28m	8:15am	Bolton	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	29m	7:46am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	29m	8:47am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:48am	Blackburn	29m	9:17am	Bolton	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Bolton on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:48pm	Blackburn	29m	4:17pm	Bolton	Cheapest
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	28m	8:15am	Bolton	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	29m	7:46am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	29m	8:47am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:48am	Blackburn	29m	9:17am	Bolton	No tags

Next departures for Blackburn to Bolton on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:48pm	Blackburn	29m	4:17pm	Bolton	Cheapest
Train	7:47am	Blackburn	28m	8:15am	Bolton	Fastest
Train	7:17am	Blackburn	29m	7:46am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:18am	Blackburn	29m	8:47am	Bolton	No tags
Train	8:48am	Blackburn	29m	9:17am	Bolton	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:39 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Blackburn to Bolton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bolton. The journey takes about 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

30mAverage Duration

17 kmDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $16	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$6 - $29	Average Duration29m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Train companies

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Northern ticket prices on this trip start at $6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Blackburn to Bolton by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Blackburn to Bolton?
The cheapest train tickets from Blackburn to Bolton start at $6. The average price for this train route is around $10. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Blackburn to Bolton?
The average train trip from Blackburn to Bolton takes 29m and covers 20 km. The quickest train gets you there in 28m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Blackburn to Bolton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Blackburn to Bolton?
The earliest train from Blackburn to Bolton departs at 7:17am. The latest train departs at 11:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-11

$8

12-12

$7

Today

$6

12-14

$17

12-15

$6

12-16

$8

12-17

$7

12-18

$5

The cheapest trip from Blackburn to Bolton was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $5

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Blackburn to Bolton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $5 to $28 for a train ticket from Blackburn to Bolton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-12-18.