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

The cheapest way to get from Bootle to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bootle to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bootle and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Bootle to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Riversdale Road and arriving at Princes Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Bootle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Bootle and Edinburgh is 233 miles. The road distance is 213.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bootle to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Bootle to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bootle to Edinburgh bus from?

Bootle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Train, bus or fly from Bootle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Bootle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £30 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 56m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 5h.

Where does the Bootle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Bootle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bootle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bootle to Edinburgh is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Bootle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2501+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Bootle to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Bootle to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to PrestonLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 22m
£32–132
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Buchanan Bus Station802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Street900
6h 56m
£35–57
Drive 212.3 mi
1. Drive from Bootle to Edinburgh212.3 mi
3h 48m
£53–76
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LPL - EDI
5h
£70–188
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
6h 9m
£76–172
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 34m
£53–195

Bootle to Edinburgh by bus and train

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5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 231.2 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Bootle, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Sandy Road to Edinburgh Waverley via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool Lime Street, and Preston in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riversdale Road to Princes Street via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 56m.

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