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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bootle is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bootle is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Bootle?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Riversdale Road via Wellington Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Bootle?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Bootle. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Seaforth & Litherland via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Preston to Bootle?

The distance between Preston and Bootle is 40 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Bootle without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £11 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Preston to Bootle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bootle bus from?

Preston to Bootle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bootle train from?

Preston to Bootle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Bootle?

The best way to get from Preston to Bootle is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £11 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Preston to Bootle bus arrive?

Preston to Bootle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Wellington Street station.

Where does the Preston to Bootle train arrive?

Preston to Bootle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Bootle?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bootle is 28 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Preston to Bootle.

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

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Where can I stay near Bootle?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 24m
£11–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wellington StreetX2
2. Take the bus from Wellington Street to Riversdale RoadX2
1h 50m
£4–7
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Union StreetX2
2. Take the train from Southport to Seaforth & LitherlandSouthport - Hunts Cross / ...
1h 37m
£10–12
Drive 27.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Bootle27.4 mi
45 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Bootle27.4 mi
45 min
£65–80

Preston to Bootle by train and foot

132Weekly Services

1h 24mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 40.2 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £7–20 and the journey takes 52 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Riversdale Road via Wellington Street in around 1h 50m.

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