The average train between Rugby and Bootle takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Rugby 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 hourly between Rugby and Bootle. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rugby is at 10:42 PM which arrives into Bootle at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Lichfield Trent Valley and take an average of 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rugby 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 Rugby to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Rugby station and arriving at Bootle station via Lichfield Trent Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Rugby to Bootle train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Rugby to Bootle train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.
Book your Rugby to Bootle train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Merseyrail.
The distance between Rugby and Bootle is 169.3 km. The road distance is 186 km.
You can take a train from Rugby to Seaforth & Litherland via Lichfield Trent Valley, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central in around 3h 6m.