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What is the best way to travel from Cardiff to Bolton?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 59m
£54
£57
6
Flight
3h 10m
£33
£111
26

What is the cheapest way to reach Bolton from Cardiff?

You can reach Bolton with just £33 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £41
Friday
from £39
Saturday
from £36
Sunday
from £34
Monday
from £33
Tuesday
from £40
Wednesday

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Ryanair
    9h 25m
    0
    13:50
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £41
  • Ryanair
    11h 40m
    0
    10:30
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    22:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £43
  • Ryanair
    14h 30m
    0
    16:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £43
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 10m
    0
    08:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £69

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    6h 35m
    0
    16:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £39
  • Ryanair
    3h 40m
    0
    19:05
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £43
  • Buzz
    6h 20m
    0
    08:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    14:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £57
  • Ryanair
    23h 25m
    0
    22:25
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    21:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £59

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Buzz
    6h 45m
    0
    15:50
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £36
  • Ryanair
    10h 40m
    0
    20:05
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    06:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £41
  • EasyJet Airline
    12h 50m
    0
    19:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    08:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £41
  • Ryanair
    8h 55m
    0
    13:15
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £43
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Transport for Wales
    4h 37m
    0
    08:54
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    13:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £54
  • Transport for Wales
    4h 39m
    0
    09:53
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    14:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £54
  • Transport for Wales
    4h 39m
    0
    10:53
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    15:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £54
  • Transport for Wales
    3h 59m
    0
    08:54
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:53
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £60

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    10h 45m
    0
    21:20
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    08:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £34
  • Ryanair
    9h 25m
    0
    21:20
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    06:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £34
  • Buzz
    22h 35m
    0
    19:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    17:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £36
  • Jet2.com
    9h 50m
    0
    10:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    19:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £66

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 45m
    0
    11:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £33
  • Ryanair
    7h 40m
    0
    23:30
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    07:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £40
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    11h 55m
    0
    19:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £145
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 30m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    15:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £172

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Ryanair
    22h 45m
    0
    09:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £40
  • Ryanair
    22h 45m
    0
    09:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £40
  • Ryanair
    11h 15m
    0
    09:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    20:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £45
  • Ryanair
    22h 35m
    0
    09:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    07:35
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £45

What are the fastest trips from Cardiff to Bolton?

You can get to Bolton from Cardiff in just 3h 10m with a Flight from Aer Lingus. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 3h 10m
Friday
from 3h 35m
Saturday
from 3h 59m
Sunday
from 3h 30m
Monday
from 3h 30m
Tuesday
from 3h 50m
Wednesday

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 10m
    0
    08:35
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    11:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £91
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 35m
    0
    19:40
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:15
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £78
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 10m
    0
    08:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £69
  • Aer Lingus
    6h 55m
    0
    08:35
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    15:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £174

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 35m
    0
    19:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £65
  • Ryanair
    3h 40m
    0
    19:05
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £43
  • Buzz
    3h 45m
    0
    08:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    11:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £209
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 35m
    0
    07:10
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £131

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Transport for Wales
    3h 59m
    0
    08:54
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    12:53
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £60
  • Transport for Wales
    3h 59m
    0
    10:53
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    14:52
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £65
  • Transport for Wales
    4h 37m
    0
    08:54
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    13:31
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £54
  • Transport for Wales
    4h 39m
    0
    09:53
    Cardiff
    Central Station
    14:32
    Bolton
    Central Station
    0
    Transport for Wales
    Economy
    from £54
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 55m
    0
    17:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £131
  • Buzz
    6h 45m
    0
    15:50
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £36
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 45m
    0
    06:35
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    13:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £74
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    8h 5m
    0
    12:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    20:25
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £109

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 30m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    15:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £283
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 25m
    0
    18:05
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    22:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £147
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 0m
    0
    18:05
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    23:05
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £114
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    7h 45m
    0
    12:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    20:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £274

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 30m
    0
    12:00
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    15:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £172
  • Ryanair
    7h 40m
    0
    23:30
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    07:10
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £40
  • EasyJet Airline
    10h 45m
    0
    11:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:45
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £33
  • KLM Cityhopper
    11h 40m
    0
    10:20
    Cardiff Airport
    Cardiff Airport
    22:00
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    KLM Cityhopper
    Economy
    from £196

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    18:00
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    21:50
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £139
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 20m
    0
    08:20
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    12:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £190
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 25m
    0
    06:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    10:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £68
  • EasyJet Airline
    5h 5m
    0
    06:25
    Bristol Airport
    Bristol Airport
    11:30
    Manchester Airport
    Airport Coach Station
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £64
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Cardiff to Bolton

What are the most popular stations in Cardiff and Bolton?

In Cardiff, you will usually depart from Central Station, Dingle Road Train Station or Penarth Train Station, while in Bolton you will be arriving at Central Station, Horwich Parkway or Bromley Cross, 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 Bolton from Cardiff? With 10 connections between 1 Bus, Flight and Train 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 Cardiff and Bolton, you can pay as low as £33 with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

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 Flight from Aer Lingus: you will get to Bolton in just 3h 10m.

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 Cardiff and Bolton are Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and EasyJet Airline, 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 Cardiff and Bolton 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 Newlyn or to Astley Bridge, and look at flights from Cardiff Airport, and landing at Blackpool 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 Cardiff to Bolton?

The most popular companies between Cardiff and Bolton, are Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and EasyJet Airline. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Transport for Wales

Airlines: Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011), EasyJet Airline and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Cardiff to Bolton

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Cardiff to Bolton. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Cardiff to Bolton

How can I reach Bolton from Cardiff?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus, Flight and Train, with which you can get to Bolton from Cardiff.

How far is Bolton from Cardiff?

The distance between Cardiff and Bolton is 238.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Cardiff and Bolton?

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 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 41 kgs, and a flight 59 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Cardiff to Bolton?

You can get to Bolton with just £33 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bolton?

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 Bolton in just 3h 10m with a Flight from Aer Lingus.

More routes to Cardiff and to Bolton

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Cardiff and to Bolton. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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