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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Bootle is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £24 - £85 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Bootle is to train and fly which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Bootle?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Port of Liverpool via Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Bootle?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Seaforth & Litherland via Wolverhampton and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Bootle?

The distance between Bournemouth and Bootle is 267 miles. The road distance is 230.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bootle without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £40 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Bournemouth to Bootle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bootle bus from?

Bournemouth to Bootle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bootle train from?

Bournemouth to Bootle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Bootle?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bootle is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £40 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bootle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Bootle train arrive?

Bournemouth to Bootle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Bootle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Bootle is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Bournemouth to Bootle.

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

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Where can I stay near Bootle?

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Bournemouth to Bootle - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bournemouth to Bootle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to WolverhamptonBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Liverpool South ParkwayBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 51m
£42–207
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool One
8h 16m
£25–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Station160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One550 / ...
8h 5m
£35–107
Drive 228.9 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Bootle228.9 mi
4h 55m
£58–83
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)SOU - LPL
6h 2m
£100–257
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
4h 34m
£82–201
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 6m
£90–284
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street
7h 27m
£138–369

Bournemouth to Bootle by train

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Distance: 265.6 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Seaforth & Litherland via Wolverhampton and Liverpool South Parkway in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Port of Liverpool via Birmingham Coach Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 8h 5m.

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