How to get from Bolton to Arkholme by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Bolton to Arkholme in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Bolton station to Lancaster station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the 81 bus from Wennington Station station to Swimming Pool station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 min.

186min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 8181
Walk to Arkholme
Leaves from Bolton
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bolton
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Edinburgh
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster
    40 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wennington
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wennington Station
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Lancaster City Centre
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swimming Pool
    11 min
  • 9
    Walk to Arkholme
    Walk to
    Arkholme
    2.31 mi • 47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 81

To get from Bolton to Arkholme in North West, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Bolton station to Lancaster station. Next, take the 81 bus from Lancaster station to Swimming Pool station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 29 min.

149min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 8181
Walk to Arkholme
Leaves from Bolton
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bolton
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lancaster
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Kirkby Lonsdale
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swimming Pool
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to Arkholme
    Walk to
    Arkholme
    2.31 mi • 47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bolton to Arkholme
The distance between Bolton, North West and Arkholme, North West is approximately 63.11 mi, which can typically be travelled in 186 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bolton to Arkholme by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Bolton

Bolton is located at Bolton, North West and the nearest public transport station is Nelson Square.

Train stations close to Bolton:

  • Bolton

Bus stations close to Bolton:

  • Nelson Square
  • Wood Street
  • Breightmet Street
Public transport stations close to Arkholme, North West

Arkholme is located at Arkholme, North West and the nearest public transport station is Village Hall.

Train stations close to Arkholme:

  • Wennington

Bus stations close to Arkholme:

  • Village Hall
  • Bay Horse
  • Methodist Church
Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and 81

To get from Bolton to Arkholme in North West, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Bolton station to Lancaster station. Next, take the 81 bus from Lancaster station to Swimming Pool station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 29 min.

149min
Walk to train station
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Bus - 8181
Walk to Arkholme
Leaves from Bolton
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bolton
    530 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lancaster
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Kirkby Lonsdale
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swimming Pool
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to Arkholme
    Walk to
    Arkholme
    2.31 mi • 47 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Arkholme?

    The fastest way takes 186 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 81.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bolton to Arkholme?

    The alternative route takes 149 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line 81.

  • Is there a direct train between Bolton and Arkholme in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bolton to Arkholme in North West?

    The TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train line goes from Bolton station near Bolton to Edinburgh station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Edinburgh station near Arkholme in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Bolton to Arkholme in North West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Bolton and Arkholme in North West by train and bus is about 3 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Bolton to get to Arkholme in North West?

    Get on the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from the Bolton station near Bolton in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Bolton and Arkholme in North West?

    Get off the train at the Edinburgh stop, which is closest to Arkholme in North West.

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