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Bootle to Runcorn train route details

First train
First train
11:56
Last train
Last train
23:53
Departure city
Departure city
Bootle
Arrival city
Arrival city
Runcorn
Journey time
Journey time
50m
Distance
Distance
21 km
Price
Price
€ 11.71*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, LNR & WMR, Transport for Wales

What are the next train times from Bootle to Runcorn?

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11:56
54m, 2 change
Bootle Oriel Road
12:50
Runcorn
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12:11
50m, 2 change
Bootle Oriel Road
13:01
Runcorn
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12:26
1h, 2 change
Bootle Oriel Road
13:26
Runcorn
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12:56
54m, 2 change
Bootle Oriel Road
13:50
Runcorn
Merseyrail
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13:11
50m, 2 change
Bootle Oriel Road
14:01
Runcorn
Merseyrail
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13:26
1h, 2 change
Bootle Oriel Road
14:26
Paris
Merseyrail
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Explore the cheapest prices to Runcorn from Bootle this week

Fares from Bootle to Runcorn usually average around € 11.71, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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