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

The cheapest way to get from Bootle to Skegness is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bootle to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bootle and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Bootle to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Aintree Festival Zone Package and arriving at Dorothy Avenue via Broad Marsh Bus Station, Central Bus Station and Mill Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Bootle and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Bootle to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Seaforth & Litherland and arriving at Skegness via Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Bootle to Skegness?

The distance between Bootle and Skegness is 217 miles. The road distance is 162.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bootle to Skegness without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 6h 23m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Bootle to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bootle to Skegness bus from?

Bootle to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aintree Festival Zone Package station.

Where do I catch the Bootle to Skegness train from?

Bootle to Skegness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Bootle to Skegness?

The best way to get from Bootle to Skegness is to train via Leeds which takes 6h 23m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Bootle to Skegness bus arrive?

Bootle to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Bootle to Skegness train arrive?

Bootle to Skegness train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Bootle to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Bootle to Skegness is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Bootle to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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

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

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Grantham
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegness
6h 23m
£48–165
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to NottinghamLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to SkegnessNottingham - Skegness
6h 57m
£40–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aintree Festival Zone Package to Broad Marsh Bus StationGn4
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Rail Station Car Park451
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Mill InnB5 / ...
9h 16m
Drive 161.2 mi
1. Drive from Bootle to Skegness161.2 mi
3h 21m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Lincoln Central
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Mill InnB5 / ...
8h 15m

Bootle to Skegness by train and foot

48Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.1 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Seaforth & Litherland to Skegness via Liverpool Central, Liverpool Lime Street, Leeds, and Grantham in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aintree Festival Zone Package to Dorothy Avenue via Broad Marsh Bus Station, Rail Station Car Park, Central Bus Station, and Mill Inn in around 9h 16m.

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