What is the best way to travel from Carlisle to Bolton?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains for the journey to Bolton from Carlisle. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Bolton from Carlisle?
You can get to Bolton with just $49 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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TransPennine Express1h 31m08:35 AMCarlisleCentral Station10:06 AMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:35:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:06:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 31m
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TransPennine Express1h 34m09:32 AMCarlisleCentral Station11:06 AMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:32:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:06:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 34m
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TransPennine Express1h 32m010:35 AMCarlisleCentral Station12:07 PMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:35:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 32m
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Avanti West Coast1h 45m08:49 AMCarlisleCentral Station10:34 AMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:49:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:34:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
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Avanti West Coast1h 46m09:48 AMCarlisleCentral Station11:34 AMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:48:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:34:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 46m
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What are the fastest trips from Carlisle to Bolton?
You can get to Bolton from Carlisle in just 1h 31m with a Train from TransPennine Express. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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TransPennine Express1h 31m08:35 AMCarlisleCentral Station10:06 AMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:35:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:06:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 31m
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TransPennine Express1h 32m010:35 AMCarlisleCentral Station12:07 PMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 10:35:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 12:07:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 32m
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TransPennine Express1h 34m09:32 AMCarlisleCentral Station11:06 AMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:32:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:06:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 34m
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Avanti West Coast1h 45m08:49 AMCarlisleCentral Station10:34 AMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 8:49:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 10:34:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
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Avanti West Coast1h 46m09:48 AMCarlisleCentral Station11:34 AMBoltonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 12/5/2025 9:48:00 AM to Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) arriving at 12/5/2025 11:34:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 46m
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Bus from Carlisle to Bolton
What are the most popular stations in Carlisle and Bolton?
In Carlisle, you will usually depart from MacDonalds Bus Station, Central Station or Bus Station, while in Bolton you will be arriving at Central Station, Horwich Parkway or Bromley Cross, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bolton from Carlisle? With 5 connections between 2 Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Carlisle and Bolton, you can pay as low as $49 with a Train from TransPennine Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from TransPennine Express: you will get to Bolton in just 1h 31m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Carlisle and Bolton are TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Carlisle and Bolton is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Carlisle Lake Airport or to Astley Bridge, and look at flights from Carlisle Lake Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Carlisle to Bolton?
The most popular companies between Carlisle and Bolton, are TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast
All you need to know when you travel from Carlisle to Bolton
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Carlisle to Bolton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Carlisle to Bolton
How can I reach Bolton from Carlisle?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train, with which you can get to Bolton from Carlisle.
How far is Bolton from Carlisle?
The distance between Carlisle and Bolton is 93.1 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Carlisle and Bolton?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 25 kgs, and a flight 37 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Carlisle to Bolton?
You can get to Bolton with just $49 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Bolton?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bolton in just 1h 31m with a Train from TransPennine Express.
More routes to Carlisle and to Bolton
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Carlisle and to Bolton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
