What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Bootle?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Bootle is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Bootle?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Bootle is to train which takes 11 min and costs £5 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Bootle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queen Square Bus Station station and arriving at Port of Liverpool. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Bootle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Moorfields and arriving at Seaforth & Litherland. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Bootle?

The distance between Birkenhead and Bootle is 4 miles. The road distance is 7.3 miles.

How do I travel from Birkenhead to Bootle without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Bootle without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs £5 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead to Bootle?

The train from Moorfields to Seaforth & Litherland takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Bootle bus from?

Birkenhead to Bootle bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Queen Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Bootle train from?

Birkenhead to Bootle train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Moorfields station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Bootle?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Bootle is to train which takes 11 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £3 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Birkenhead to Bootle bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Bootle bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Port of Liverpool station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Bootle train arrive?

Birkenhead to Bootle train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Seaforth & Litherland station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Bootle?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Bootle is 7 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Birkenhead to Bootle.

How do I get a train ticket from Birkenhead to Bootle?

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Where can I stay near Bootle?

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Birkenhead to Bootle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Birkenhead to Bootle by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moorfields to Seaforth & LitherlandLiverpool Central - Southport
11 min
£5–6
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Port of Liverpool47 / ...
26 min
£2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Bootle7.2 mi
14 min
£18–22
Drive 7.2 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Bootle7.2 mi
14 min
£2–3

Birkenhead to Bootle by train

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Distance: 4.3 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Birkenhead, England and Bootle, England?

Merseyrail operates a train from Moorfields to Seaforth & Litherland every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Arriva North West operates a bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Port of Liverpool every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 26 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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