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Blackburn to Bolton Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Blackburn to Bolton? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as BHD 1.040, with average prices for this route around BHD 1.040. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:18 29 minutes, Direct Blackburn	06:47 Bolton	Find Tickets
06:46 29 minutes, Direct Blackburn	07:15 Bolton	Find Tickets
07:17 29 minutes, Direct Blackburn	07:46 Bolton	Find Tickets
07:47 28 minutes, Direct Blackburn	08:15 Bolton	Find Tickets
08:18 29 minutes, Direct Blackburn	08:47 Bolton	Find Tickets
08:48 29 minutes, Direct Blackburn	09:17 Paris	Find Tickets

Blackburn to Bolton Train Route Details

First train

06:18

Last train

23:36

Departure station

Blackburn

Arrival station

Bolton

Journey time

28 minutes

Distance

20 km

Price

BHD 1.040*

Train operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Blackburn to Bolton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Blackburn to Bolton can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Blackburn to Bolton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Blackburn to Bolton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Blackburn to Bolton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Blackburn to Bolton Train prices and times

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