The average train between Nottingham and Bootle takes 3h 18m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Nottingham 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 Nottingham and Bootle. The earliest departure is at 8:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 9:36 PM which arrives into Bootle at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Tamworth and take an average of 3h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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.
No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Bootle station via Tamworth High Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.
Nottingham to Bootle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Bootle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Nottingham to Bootle train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Merseyrail.
The distance between Nottingham and Bootle is 136.7 km. The road distance is 206 km.
You can take a train from Nottingham to Seaforth & Litherland via Tamworth, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 32m.