The average train between Derby and Bootle takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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.
Trains run every 2 hours between Derby and Bootle. The earliest departure is at 8:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Bootle at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Bootle station via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Derby to Bootle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Tamworth station.
Derby to Bootle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Derby to Bootle train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Merseyrail.
The distance between Derby and Bootle is 119.1 km. The road distance is 180 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Tamworth to Liverpool Lime Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 10m.