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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bootle
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
1 h 8 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bootle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bootle will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Manchester to Bootle you need to make at least one change.
5:301h16Manchester6:46Seaforth & Litherland£131One-way1 change
5:531h08Manchester7:01Seaforth & Litherland£311One-way1 change- 6:071h24Manchester7:31Seaforth & Litherland£331One-way2 changes
- 5:531h08Manchester7:01Seaforth & Litherland£311One-way1 change
- 5:301h16Manchester6:46Seaforth & Litherland£131One-way1 change
- 6:071h24Manchester7:31Seaforth & Litherland£331One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester to Bootle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Bootle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 51 km
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Live departures
Manchester to Bootle train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bootle trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:30 Manchester | 1h16 | 6:46 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 5:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 7:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 6:07 Manchester | 1h24 | 7:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 2 changes | |
| 6:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 8:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 7:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 8:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 7:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 9:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 8:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 9:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 8:32 Manchester | 1h14 | 9:46 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 8:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 10:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 9:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 10:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 9:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 11:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 10:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 11:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 10:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 12:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 11:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 12:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 11:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 13:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 12:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 13:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 12:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 14:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 13:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 14:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 13:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 15:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 14:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 15:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 14:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 16:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 15:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 16:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 15:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 17:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 16:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 17:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 16:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 18:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 17:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 18:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 17:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 19:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 18:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 19:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 18:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 20:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 19:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 20:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 19:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 21:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 20:07 Manchester | 1h39 | 21:46 Seaforth & Litherland | 2 changes | |
| 20:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 21:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
 | 20:37 Manchester | 1h39 | 22:16 Seaforth & Litherland | 2 changes | |
| 20:53 Manchester | 1h08 | 22:01 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 21:07 Manchester | 1h41 | 22:48 Seaforth & Litherland | 2 changes | |
| 21:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 22:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 22:07 Manchester | 1h46 | 23:53 Seaforth & Litherland | 2 changes | |
| 22:23 Manchester | 1h08 | 23:31 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
| 23:49 Manchester | 6h27 | 6:16 Seaforth & Litherland | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Bootle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Bootle run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Bootle trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Bootle from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Bootle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bootle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bootle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bootle
Most Manchester to Bootle trains use the Manchester Victoria to Bootle Oriel Road station pair, with some services arriving at Bootle New Strand. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Bootle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Bootle leave from?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Which Bootle station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Bootle New Strand from Bootle city centre
Bootle New Strand is 2 km from Bootle city centre. Public transport options include:
Bootle New Strand train station facilities and services
Bootle New Strand has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bootle New Strand.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bootle New Strand. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bootle New Strand: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Bootle New Strand: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bootle New Strand: 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.
Getting to Bootle Oriel Road from Bootle city centre
Bootle Oriel Road is 2 km from Bootle city centre. Public transport options include:
Bootle Oriel Road train station facilities and services
Bootle Oriel Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bootle Oriel Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bootle Oriel Road. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bootle Oriel Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bootle Oriel Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bootle Oriel Road: 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.
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