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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Bootle is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Bootle is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Bootle?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Port of Liverpool via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One and Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Bootle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Bootle is 225 miles. The road distance is 207.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bootle without a car is to train and line 47 bus which takes 4h 48m and costs £27 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Edinburgh to Bootle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Bootle bus from?

Edinburgh to Bootle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Bus or fly from Edinburgh to Bootle?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Bootle is to bus which takes 7h 18m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £180 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Bootle bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Bootle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Bootle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Bootle is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Edinburgh to Bootle.

Where can I stay near Bootle?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Bootle.

Edinburgh to Bootle - 6 ways to travel via train, line 47 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 47 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PrestonEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Rufford Road to Riversdale Road47
4h 48m
£27–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Station900
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
7h 18m
£48–79
Drive 206.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Bootle206.5 mi
4h 2m
£51–74
Fly to Liverpool
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
5h 25m
£68–178
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EDI - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool South Parkway
6h 33m
£70–172
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkway
5h 47m
£50–152

Edinburgh to Bootle by train and bus

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4h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.2 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Princes Street to Port of Liverpool via Buchanan Bus Station, Liverpool, Liverpool One, and Queen Square Bus Station in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL) 4 times a day.

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