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Trip Overview

The average train between Holyhead and Bootle takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 47m. There is an hourly train service from Holyhead 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.

3h 6m
Duration
105 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain train Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
  2. Take the train from Chester to Moorfieldstrain train Chester - Chester / ...
2h 57m
£41–69

Holyhead to Bootle train times

Trains run hourly between Holyhead and Bootle. The earliest departure is at 4:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:26 PM which arrives into Bootle at 11:31 PM. All services require a transfer at Chester and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrailMerseyrail3h 6m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrailMerseyrail2h 58m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrailMerseyrail2h 59m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrailMerseyrail2h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrailMerseyrail2h 47m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrailMerseyrail3h 4m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrailMerseyrail2h 50m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrailMerseyrail3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrailMerseyrail3h 6m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrailMerseyrail3h 5m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastMerseyrailMerseyrail3h 1m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesMerseyrailMerseyrail3h 2m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Bootle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 105.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Holyhead to Seaforth & Litherland via Chester and Moorfields in around 2h 57m.

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