What is the best way to travel from Bolton to Chester?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Chester from Bolton. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Chester from Bolton?
You can reach Chester with just £15 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Northern1h 33m006:36BoltonCentral Station08:09ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:36:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:09:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 33m
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Northern1h 35m007:26BoltonCentral Station09:01ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 07:26:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 09:01:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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Northern1h 28m006:21BoltonCentral Station07:49ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:21:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 07:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 28m
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Northern2h 1m006:36BoltonCentral Station08:37ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:36:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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Northern1h 47m006:54BoltonCentral Station08:41ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:54:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 47m
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What are the fastest trips from Bolton to Chester?
You can get to Chester from Bolton in just 1h 28m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Northern1h 28m006:21BoltonCentral Station07:49ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:21:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 07:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 28m
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Northern1h 33m006:36BoltonCentral Station08:09ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:36:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:09:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 33m
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Northern1h 35m007:26BoltonCentral Station09:01ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 07:26:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 09:01:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 35m
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Northern1h 47m006:54BoltonCentral Station08:41ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:54:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:41:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 47m
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Northern2h 1m006:36BoltonCentral Station08:37ChesterCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Bolton (United Kingdom) at 05/12/2025 06:36:00 to Central Station, Chester (United Kingdom) arriving at 05/12/2025 08:37:00. 50 Economy ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 1m
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Bus from Bolton to Chester
What are the most popular stations in Bolton and Chester?
In Bolton, you will usually depart from Central Station, Horwich Parkway or Bromley Cross, while in Chester you will be arriving at Central Station, Vicar's Lane or Bus Interchange, 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 Chester from Bolton? With 5 connections between 1 Train and Bus 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 Bolton and Chester, you can pay as low as £15 with a Train from Northern.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 Northern: you will get to Chester in just 1h 28m.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 Bolton and Chester are Northern, 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 Bolton and Chester 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 Astley Bridge or to Bache, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Liverpool 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 Bolton to Chester?
The most popular companies between Bolton and Chester, are Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Train companies: Northern
All you need to know when you travel from Bolton to Chester
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bolton to Chester. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Bolton to Chester
How can I reach Chester from Bolton?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Chester from Bolton.
How far is Chester from Bolton?
The distance between Bolton and Chester is 52.6 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bolton and Chester?
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 1 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 9 kgs, and a flight 13 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bolton to Chester?
You can get to Chester with just £15 by taking a Train from Northern.
What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Chester?
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 Chester in just 1h 28m with a Train from Northern.
More routes to Bolton and to Chester
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bolton and to Chester. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
