Travel
Easily accessible by road or rail
Bolton’s great location makes it the ideal place for a day out or a short break, by road or rail - Get directions. We're only 12 miles from Manchester city centre and 20 miles from Manchester Airport - making it the perfect base for exploring both Greater Manchester and the best of the North West.
By car, train or bus...
Town centre map showing places of interest and parking.
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Travelling by car
Bolton's easily accessible by road - the M60, M61 and M6 are all on our doorstep!
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Travelling by train
Bolton benefits from one of Greater Manchester’s busiest rail stations. For more information on rail services to Bolton, please visit www.nationalrail.co.uk or www.thetrainline.com
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Travelling by bus
Bolton has a great bus service with routes all over the Northwest region. For more information call 0161 244 1000 or visit www.tfgm.com.
Parking
- For information about parking in Bolton, including coach and motorcycle parking see www.bolton.gov.uk/car-parks
Group Travel
From planning your trip, to parking your coach and keeping your driver happy once you get here, you'll find vital pre-trip info.
Free parking and drop-off
Free town centre coach parking is available close to Bolton Market and a variety of shops and attractions. Parking is available on a first come – first served basis and must be booked in advance. For more details and to reserve your space, please call 01204 332853 or e-mail tourist.info@bolton.gov.uk
Free drivers meals are also available, please ask for details.
For information on coach travel across the UK visit www.nationalexpress.com.
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