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Preston to Bootle train route details
First train
05:33
Last train
22:43
Journey time
1h 29m
Distance
25 miles
Price
€20.89*
What are the next train times from Preston to Bootle?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Preston to Bootle happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:28 Preston (Lancs) | 09:13 Bootle Oriel Road |   | Find Tickets |
08:10 Preston (Lancs) | 09:43 Bootle Oriel Road | | Find Tickets |
08:17 Preston (Lancs) | 10:10 Bootle New Strand |  | Find Tickets |
08:28 Preston (Lancs) | 10:25 Bootle New Strand | | Find Tickets |
08:28 Preston (Lancs) | 10:28 Bootle Oriel Road | | Find Tickets |
09:11 Preston (Lancs) | 10:43 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Bootle
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
Group travel deals
If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Preston to Bootle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Preston to Bootle by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Preston and Bootle on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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