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Cardiff to Bootle trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Bootle takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff 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.

4h 10m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£83
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Crewe

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain train Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 2m
£71–132

Cardiff to Bootle train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Bootle. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Bootle at 6:37 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 178.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Bootle, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Seaforth & Litherland via Crewe and Liverpool South Parkway in around 4h 2m.

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