Trains from Southampton to Bolton

Southampton to Bolton train information

Which operators can I use?

Find your ticket on gopili to identify the different operators for your train connecting Southampton (South East England) to Bolton (North West England). The services on board may vary depending on the rail operator.

How long is the train?

There are 190 miles between Southampton to Bolton. Train travel is most of the time the fastest way to travel to Bolton from Southampton, and it’s also a greener option than driving or taking the plane.

What is the price of a train ticket for this journey?

Prices will vary depending on the day and hour of travel and how far in advance you purchase your ticket.

Best prices for Southampton to Bolton train tickets

Southampton - Bolton prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Southampton to Bolton by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

Best prices for Southampton to Bolton trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Southampton and Bolton by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Bolton to Southampton and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount Southampton - Bolton train tickets

Willing to travel for cheap? Many railcards and deals exist to pay less for your Southampton Bolton train ticket and make even more savings on your tickets: special train fares for children, railcards for all ages, group travel, or charity discount. There are many types of railcards available: 16-25 railcard, Two together railcard, Family and Friends Railcard, Senior railcard, Disabled persons railcard.

What are the benefits of a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several trips. But is it really relevant when taking the train from Southampton to Bolton? Grab your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Southampton Bolton ticket (i.e.: £50.00)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of trips needed per year to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£50.00 = 1.76. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from Southampton to Bolton (one way journey).

What is the cost of a railcard?

Railcards enable you to save 34% off most rail fares for 12 months. A Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the five other ones £30.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey