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

The cheapest way to get from Bootle to Leicester is to bus and train which costs £18 - £40 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bootle to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bootle and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bootle to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Riversdale Road and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Bootle and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Bootle to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Seaforth & Litherland and arriving at Leicester via Liverpool South Parkway, Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Bootle to Leicester?

The distance between Bootle and Leicester is 120 miles. The road distance is 116.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bootle to Leicester without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 26m and costs £27 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Bootle to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bootle to Leicester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bootle to Leicester train from?

Bootle to Leicester train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Seaforth & Litherland station.

Train or bus from Bootle to Leicester?

The best way to get from Bootle to Leicester is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 26m and costs £27 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Bootle to Leicester bus arrive?

Bootle to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bootle to Leicester train arrive?

Bootle to Leicester train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Bootle to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bootle to Leicester is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Bootle to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

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Bootle to Leicester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bootle to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Seaforth & Litherland to Liverpool South Parkway
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneaton
3h 26m
£27–125
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Newhall StUkn21 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LeicesterBirmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
5h 11m
£18–39
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Bootle to Leicester115.9 mi
2h 19m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to NottinghamLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to LeicesterNottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
4h 35m
£35–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Birmingham Coach Station550 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777 / ...
5h 59m
£21–48

Bootle to Leicester by train

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.2 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Seaforth & Litherland to Leicester via Liverpool South Parkway, Crewe, and Nuneaton in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riversdale Road to St Margaret's Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 59m.

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