Blackpool to Bolton by train
Bolton lies 48 km (30 mi) south-east of Blackpool, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 28 min at the speeds typical of United Kingdom rail, over roughly 59 km (37 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Blackpool | Bolton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 145,007 | 141,331 |
| Elevation | 21 m (69 ft) | 105 m (344 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Stations on record | Blackpool Pleasure Beach railway station | Bolton Crook Street railway station |
| Postal codes | FY1 | BL1–NE66 |
Where to book trains from Blackpool to Bolton
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Common questions
How far is Bolton from Blackpool?
48 km (30 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Blackpool; by road roughly 59 km (37 mi).
How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Bolton by train?
About 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Blackpool and Bolton?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.