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Compare train and coach for Southport to Bootle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Southport 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 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 23 km
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Southport to Bootle train times
The table below shows live departures for Southport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 5:36 Southport | 0h31 | 6:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:51 Southport | 0h31 | 6:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:06 Southport | 0h31 | 6:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:21 Southport | 0h31 | 6:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:36 Southport | 0h31 | 7:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:51 Southport | 0h31 | 7:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:06 Southport | 0h31 | 7:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:21 Southport | 0h31 | 7:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:36 Southport | 0h31 | 8:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:51 Southport | 0h31 | 8:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:06 Southport | 0h31 | 8:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:21 Southport | 0h31 | 8:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:36 Southport | 0h31 | 9:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:51 Southport | 0h31 | 9:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:06 Southport | 0h31 | 9:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:21 Southport | 0h31 | 9:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:36 Southport | 0h31 | 10:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:51 Southport | 0h31 | 10:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:06 Southport | 0h31 | 10:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:21 Southport | 0h31 | 10:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:36 Southport | 0h31 | 11:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:51 Southport | 0h31 | 11:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:06 Southport | 0h31 | 11:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:21 Southport | 0h31 | 11:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:36 Southport | 0h31 | 12:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:51 Southport | 0h31 | 12:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:06 Southport | 0h31 | 12:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:21 Southport | 0h31 | 12:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:36 Southport | 0h31 | 13:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:51 Southport | 0h31 | 13:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:06 Southport | 0h31 | 13:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:21 Southport | 0h31 | 13:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:36 Southport | 0h31 | 14:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:51 Southport | 0h31 | 14:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:06 Southport | 0h31 | 14:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:21 Southport | 0h31 | 14:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:36 Southport | 0h31 | 15:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:51 Southport | 0h31 | 15:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:06 Southport | 0h31 | 15:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:21 Southport | 0h31 | 15:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:36 Southport | 0h31 | 16:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:51 Southport | 0h31 | 16:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:06 Southport | 0h31 | 16:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:21 Southport | 0h31 | 16:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:36 Southport | 0h31 | 17:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:51 Southport | 0h31 | 17:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:06 Southport | 0h31 | 17:37 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:21 Southport | 0h31 | 17:52 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:36 Southport | 0h31 | 18:07 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:51 Southport | 0h31 | 18:22 Seaforth & Litherland | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southport to Bootle
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Trains from Southport to Bootle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 34m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Mersey Rail, Merseyrail from Southport to Bootle trainsMersey Rail, Merseyrail trains will get you between Southport 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: Southport to Bootle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southport 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 Southport and Bootle
Most Southport to Bootle trains use the Southport to Bootle New Strand station pair, with some services arriving at Bootle Oriel Road. Use this guide to compare Southport and Bootle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Southport station do trains to Bootle leave from?
Getting to Southport from Southport city centre
Southport train station facilities and services
Southport has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Southport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Southport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Southport. 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 Southport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Southport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Southport: 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” Ticket office is step free. Both platforms accessed via concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Ainsdale from Southport city centre
Ainsdale is 5 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Ainsdale train station facilities and services
Ainsdale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ainsdale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ainsdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ainsdale. 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 Ainsdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ainsdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ainsdale: 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.” Although a footbridge links platforms, both platforms can be accessed via a level crossing. Staff are on hand to assist those passengers requiring it, 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: No.
Getting to Birkdale from Southport city centre
Birkdale is 1 km from Southport city centre. Public transport options include:
Birkdale train station facilities and services
Birkdale 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 Birkdale.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkdale. 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 Birkdale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birkdale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkdale: 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.” Although a footbridge links platforms, both platforms can be accessed via a level crossing. Staff are on hand to assist those passengers requiring it, 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.
Which Bootle station do trains from Southport 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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