The average train between Bootle and Runcorn takes 57 min and the fastest train takes 38 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Bootle to Runcorn. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Bootle and Runcorn. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bootle is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Runcorn at 6:26 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 57 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
54 min • 1 change
47 min • 1 change
53 min • 1 change
46 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Bootle to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Bootle station and arriving at Runcorn station via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.
Bootle to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Seaforth & Litherland station.
Bootle to Runcorn train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.
Book your Bootle to Runcorn train tickets online with Merseyrail, Transport for Wales and 2 other operators.
The distance between Bootle and Runcorn is 23.5 km. The road distance is 29 km.
Merseyrail operates a train from Seaforth & Litherland to Liverpool South Parkway every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 29 min.
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