How to get from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge by bus and train?

From Factory Lane to Astley Bridge by bus and train

To get from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge in Bolton, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 18 bus from Factory Lane (Stop D) station to Oxford Road Station (Stop B) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the 534 bus from Bolton Interchange station to Nell Street (Stop H) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Factory Lane may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Astley Bridge on the Moovit app.

76min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 534534
Walk to Astley Bridge
Leaves from Factory Lane (Stop D)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Factory Lane (Stop D)
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Manchester Royal Infirmary
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oxford Road Station (Stop B)
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Oxford Road
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    350 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 534534
    Wait for bus
    534
    Oldhams Estate
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Nell Street (Stop H)
    13 min
  • 10
    Walk to Astley Bridge
    Walk to
    Astley Bridge
    Blackburn Road
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge by bus and train via 18, NORTHERN and 535

To get from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge in Bolton, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 18 bus from Factory Lane (Stop D) station to Oxford Road Station (Stop B) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the 535 bus from Bolton Interchange station to The Pineapple (Stop C) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Factory Lane may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Astley Bridge on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 535535
Walk to Astley Bridge
Leaves from Factory Lane (Stop D)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Factory Lane (Stop D)
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Manchester Royal Infirmary
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oxford Road Station (Stop B)
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Oxford Road
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    350 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 535535
    Wait for bus
    535
    Belmont
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Pineapple (Stop C)
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Astley Bridge
    Walk to
    Astley Bridge
    Blackburn Road
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge

The distance between Factory Lane, Bolton and Astley Bridge, Bolton is approximately 26.55 km, which can typically be travelled in 76 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bolton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge

To check the bus and train schedule from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Factory Lane) and destination (Astley Bridge), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge by bus and train via 18, NORTHERN and 535

To get from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge in Bolton, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 18 bus from Factory Lane (Stop D) station to Oxford Road Station (Stop B) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the 535 bus from Bolton Interchange station to The Pineapple (Stop C) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Factory Lane may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Astley Bridge on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1818
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 535535
Walk to Astley Bridge
Leaves from Factory Lane (Stop D)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Factory Lane (Stop D)
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1818
    Wait for bus
    18
    Manchester Royal Infirmary
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oxford Road Station (Stop B)
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Oxford Road
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    350 m • 5 min
  • 8
    Bus - 535535
    Wait for bus
    535
    Belmont
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    The Pineapple (Stop C)
    9 min
  • 10
    Walk to Astley Bridge
    Walk to
    Astley Bridge
    Blackburn Road
    150 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge?

    The fastest way takes 76 minutes, using Bus line 18, Train line NORTHERN, Bus line 534.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge?

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 18, Train line NORTHERN, Bus line 535.

  • Is there a direct bus between Factory Lane and Astley Bridge?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge?

    The 18 bus line goes from Factory Lane (Stop D) station near Factory Lane in Manchester to Manchester Royal Infirmary station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Manchester Royal Infirmary station near Astley Bridge in Bolton.

  • How long does it take to travel from Factory Lane to Astley Bridge by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Factory Lane in Manchester and Astley Bridge in Bolton by bus and train is about 1 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Factory Lane to get to Astley Bridge?

    Get on the 18 bus from the Factory Lane (Stop D) stop near Factory Lane in Manchester.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Factory Lane and Astley Bridge?

    Get off the bus at the Manchester Royal Infirmary stop, which is closest to Astley Bridge in Bolton.

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