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Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train

First train

07:10

Last train

11:10

Departure station

Bootle New Strand

Arrival station

Edinburgh (Waverley)

Journey time

From 4h 9m

Distance

173 miles (278 km)

Frequency

5 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail

Take the train from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley) in 4 hours 9 minutes

If you want to travel from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley) by train to take around 4 hours 21 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 9 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 5 trains per day running on this route, which spans 173 miles (278 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Edinburgh (Waverley). You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley) are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Want to know more about your journey from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Bootle New Strand?

To travel to Edinburgh (Waverley) from Bootle New Strand, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 21 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 9 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

Trains from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley) take an average of 4 hours and 21 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 9 minutes. You'll usually find 5 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Bootle New Strand and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train?

The quickest journey time between Bootle New Strand and Edinburgh (Waverley) by train is 4 hours and 9 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley)?

No, there are no direct trains running from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley), you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley)

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bootle New Strand to Edinburgh (Waverley) is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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