The average train between Bootle and Runcorn takes 48 min and the fastest train takes 37 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Bootle to Runcorn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Bootle and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bootle is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 5:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Liverpool Central and take an average of 48 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bootle to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Bootle station and arriving at Runcorn station via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.
Bootle to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Seaforth & Litherland station.
Bootle to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Runcorn station.
Book your Bootle to Runcorn train tickets online with Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bootle and Runcorn is 23.5 km. The road distance is 29 km.
You can take a train from Seaforth & Litherland to Runcorn via Liverpool Central and Liverpool Lime Street in around 50 min.