Skip to main content

How to get from Wigan to Bolton by train?

From Wigan to Bolton by train

Take one direct train from Wigan to Bolton in North West: take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Bolton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min. The ride fare is £5.50.

35min£5.50
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    650 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Oxford Road
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    530 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wigan to Bolton by bus

To get from Wigan to Bolton in North West, take the 607 bus from Derby House station to King Street station. Next, take the 559 bus from King Street station to Bolton Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min.

71min
Bus - 607607
Bus - 559559
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Derby House
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Wigan
    Scholes
  • 2
    Bus - 607607
    Wait for bus
    607
    Bolton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    King Street
    18 min
  • 4
    Bus - 559559
    Wait for bus
    559
    Bolton
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    39 min
  • 6
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in North West.
All local mobility options in one app
Public transport directions from Wigan to Bolton
The distance between Wigan, North West and Bolton, North West is approximately 10.24 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wigan to Bolton by 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 Wigan

Wigan is located at Scholes, North West and the nearest public transport station is Hardybutts.

Train stations close to Wigan:

  • Pemberton
  • Wigan North Western

Bus stations close to Wigan:

  • Hardybutts
  • Wellington Street
  • Rodney Street
Public transport stations close to Bolton, North West

Bolton is located at Bolton, North West and the nearest public transport station is Mealhouse Lane.

Train stations close to Bolton:

  • Bolton

Bus stations close to Bolton:

  • Mealhouse Lane
  • Howell Croft North
  • Crown Street

From Wigan to Bolton by bus

To get from Wigan to Bolton in North West, take the 607 bus from Derby House station to King Street station. Next, take the 559 bus from King Street station to Bolton Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min.

71min
Bus - 607607
Bus - 559559
Walk to Bolton
Leaves from Derby House
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Wigan
    Scholes
  • 2
    Bus - 607607
    Wait for bus
    607
    Bolton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    King Street
    18 min
  • 4
    Bus - 559559
    Wait for bus
    559
    Bolton
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bolton Interchange
    39 min
  • 6
    Walk to Bolton
    Walk to
    Bolton
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Wigan to Bolton?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 71 minutes, using Bus line 607, Bus line 559.

  • Is there a direct train between Wigan and Bolton?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Wigan in Wigan to Bolton in North West in 35 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wigan to Bolton?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan to Manchester Oxford Road station near Bolton in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wigan to Bolton by train?

    The total travel time between Wigan in Wigan and Bolton in North West by train is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Wigan to get to Bolton?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Wigan and Bolton?

    Get off the train at the Manchester Oxford Road station, which is closest to Bolton in North West.

  • When is the last bus from Wigan to Bolton?

    The last bus from Wigan in Wigan to Bolton in North West is the Wigan - Bolton line. It leaves the Derby House stop at 00:17.

  • When is the first train from Wigan to Bolton?

    The first train from Wigan in Wigan to Bolton in North West is Northern. It leaves the Wigan Wallgate station at 07:07.

  • How much is the train fare from Wigan to Bolton?

    The ride from Wigan to Bolton costs £5.50.

Live arrivals, timetables, maps