Trains from Wigan to Bolton

Wigan to Bolton train information

Wigan Bolton train map

Train duration -
Arrival Bolton, England
Departure Wigan, England
Distance 8 Miles

There are several rail providers across the UK & Europe. By searching for your ticket on gopili, you will be able to see the trains connecting Wigan in England to Bolton in England as well as the rail company for this route.

There are 8 miles from Wigan to Bolton. Travelling by train is normally the quickest solution to go to Bolton from Wigan, and it’s also more environmentally friendly than taking your car or using the plane.

Depending how much time in advance you book your ticket as well as when you travel, the price of the ticket will vary.

Best prices for Wigan to Bolton train tickets

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Wigan - Bolton prices calendar

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Best prices for Wigan to Bolton trains

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

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Discount Wigan - Bolton train tickets

The easiest way to spend less on your Wigan Bolton train ticket is probably to buy a railcard. While regional railcards are available in some areas, National railcards enable you to spend less on most rail fares across the UK. Everyone is eligible to at least a certain railcard, even non-UK citizens. National railcards available: 16-25 railcard, Senior discount card, Two together railcard, Family and Friends discount card and Disabled persons railcard.

  • When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several journeys. But is it really relevant when travelling from Wigan to Bolton? Grab your calculator, considering:

    A = the cost of the railcard (i.e.: £30)

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

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

    Start by dividing A by B: this will give you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of journeys needed per year to be profitable.

    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 Wigan to Bolton (one way trip).

  • All railcards cost £30 except the Disabled persons railcard that costs £20. Railcards enable you to get 34% off most rail fares, thus you will save 1/3 on most train fares.

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

Train Journey Average price without railcard(1) With a railcard 34% off(2) Saving based on a one-way trip Number of return trips to pay off the cost
Wigan to Bolton train £50.00 £33.33 £16.67 1.76

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

(2)Price calculated with an average reduction of 34% on train tickets fare