Bootle to London train with Avanti West Coast

Thu, 06 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bootle to London

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£64

Average price

£94

Fastest journey

3 h 21 m

Average duration

3 h 28 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

290 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bootle to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bootle to London will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Bootle for London every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Avanti West Coast
05:253h38
Bootle
09:03London
£641One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
11:113h21
Bootle
14:32London
£911One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
16:253h38
Bootle
20:03London
£911One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
19:564h21
Bootle
00:17London
£921One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
05:403h23
Bootle
09:03London
£1311One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Bootle to London

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bootle to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £210.

Distance: 290 km

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Train
Most popular
Flight
Coach

£76

Average Price

£210

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 58m

Average total duration

2h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 10m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

7h 5m

Average total duration

6h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Avanti West Coast

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British Airways

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Bootle to London train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:08
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coast14:11 Bootle
2h52
17:03 London0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
avanti_west_coast05:25 Bootle
3h38
09:03 London0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast05:40 Bootle
3h23
09:03 London0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast05:41 Bootle
3h22
09:03 London0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bootle to London

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Trains from Bootle to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance
290 km
Average train duration
2h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£45
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
3h 9m
First train
05:26
Last train
20:43
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail from Bootle to London trainsAvanti West Coast, Merseyrail trains will get you between Bootle and London from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
£45
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Merseyrail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
£180
Merseyrail frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Bootle to London train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bootle to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bootle to London.
FAQs
Booking trains from Bootle to London in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Bootle to London is 290 km.
To get from Bootle to London, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
The train journey from Bootle to London covers a distance of 290 km and takes approximately 3h 9m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Bootle to London can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £45, while the average price tends to be around £76.
The first train from Bootle to London leaves at 5:26.
The cheapest way to get from Bootle to London is by coach, costing approximately £13.
The last train from Bootle to London departs at 20:43.
Trains from Bootle to London run approximately 4 times per day.
The train station in Bootle that goes to London is Bootle Oriel Road (BOT), and it arrives at London Euston (EUS).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bootle to London.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bootle to London.
Yes, you can take the train from Bootle to London.
There is no night train service from Bootle to London.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bootle and London

Bootle
London
The major train station for departures in Bootle is Bootle Oriel Road. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bootle Oriel Road for your trip from Bootle to London.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:48 - 00:05 Sunday 08:03 - 00:05 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” The station can be accessed via ramps and platforms via lifts.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are token operated.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: ajacent to the booking office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Bootle Oriel Road
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Oriel Road, Bootle
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:50 - 00:05 Sunday 08:05 - 00:05 Monday - Friday 05:45 - 00:05 Saturday 05:45 - 00:05 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” The Ticket Office and platforms are both step free, however platforms are accessed by ramps that are very steep and over 30m long.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: at front of booking office
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Bootle New Strand
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Washington Parade, Bootle, Merseyside

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