The average bus between Manchester and Bootle takes 2h 46m and the fastest bus takes 1h 47m. The bus service runs several times per day from Manchester to Bootle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 2 hours between Manchester and Bootle. The earliest departure is at 12:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Bootle at 10:35 PM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool, Liverpool One and take an average of 2h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Bootle? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Bootle station via Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.
Manchester to Bootle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.
Manchester to Bootle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.
The distance between Manchester and Bootle is 51.6 km. The road distance is 81 km.
National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 35m.