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Trip Overview

The average train between Blackburn and Bootle takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Blackburn 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.

2h 42m
Duration
52 mi
Distance
£22
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Blackburn to Bootle train times

Trains run hourly between Blackburn and Bootle. The earliest departure is at 6:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Blackburn is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Bootle at 7:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains LimitedMerseyrail2h 41m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Blackburn 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.

Map of how to get from Blackburn to Bootle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 52.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Bootle, England?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Seaforth & Litherland via Preston, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 2h 28m.

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