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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Bootle is to bus via Birmingham which costs £24 - £55 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Bootle is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Bootle?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Seaforth & Litherland via London Euston and Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Brighton to Bootle?

The distance between Brighton and Bootle is 253 miles. The road distance is 268.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Bootle without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £50 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Brighton to Bootle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Bootle bus from?

Brighton to Bootle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Bootle train from?

Brighton to Bootle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train, bus or fly from Brighton to Bootle?

The best way to get from Brighton to Bootle is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £50 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 8h 17m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £210 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Brighton to Bootle bus arrive?

Brighton to Bootle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Bootle train arrive?

Brighton to Bootle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Bootle?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Bootle is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Brighton to Bootle.

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

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Where can I stay near Bootle?

There are 2080+ hotels available in Bootle.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Bootle?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Port of Liverpool via South Terminal Coach Station, Newhall St, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Bedford / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Liverpool South ParkwayLondon Euston - Liverpool Lime Street
5h 18m
£53–209
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool One
8h 17m
£24–53
Drive 266.9 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Bootle266.9 mi
4h 36m
£67–97
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
5h 47m
£73–203
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to Heathrow Central Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One550 / ...
9h 6m
£33–85
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
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 13m
£94–321
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 54m
£79–277
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 5m
£93–215

Brighton to Bootle by train and foot

89Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 251.1 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Seaforth & Litherland via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Liverpool South Parkway in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Port of Liverpool via South Terminal Coach Station, Newhall St, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 8h 17m.

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