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Bolton to Handforth Train Route Details

First train
06:54

Last train
21:54

Journey time
1h 11m

Distance
19 miles

Price
€15.79*
What are the next train times from Bolton to Handforth?
Discover all upcoming Bolton to Handforth services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:54 Bolton | 08:05 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:53 Bolton | 09:05 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:54 Bolton | 10:05 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:54 Bolton | 11:05 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:21 Bolton | 12:05 Styal | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:36 Bolton | 12:05 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Bolton to Handforth

Season tickets for frequent travelers
If you travel between Bolton and Handforth on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by traveling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.

Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Bolton to Handforth when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid traveling during busy weekday periods

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










