The average train between Leeds and Bootle takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Leeds 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 3 hours between Leeds and Bootle. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 6:17 PM which arrives into Bootle at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Bootle station via Southport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Leeds to Bootle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Bootle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Southport station.
Book your Leeds to Bootle train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and Merseyrail.
The distance between Leeds and Bootle is 103.6 km. The road distance is 159 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Southport every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 48m.