How to get from Wigan to Bootle by bus and train?

From Wigan to Bootle by bus and train

To get from Wigan to Bootle in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Headbolt Lane station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERSEYRAIL train and finally take the 68B bus from Rice Lane And Walton Station station to Bootle New Strand Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min.

90min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Bus - 68B68B
Walk to Bootle
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Headbolt Lane
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Headbolt Lane
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Liverpool Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rice Lane
    8 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rice Lane And Walton Station
    60 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 68B68B
    Wait for bus
    68B
    Bootle New Strand Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bootle New Strand Station
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Bootle
    Walk to
    Bootle
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wigan to Bootle by train

To get from Wigan to Bootle in North West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Headbolt Lane station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERSEYRAIL train and finally take the MERSEYRAIL train from Sandhills station to Bootle New Strand station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min.

91min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Walk to Bootle
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Headbolt Lane
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Headbolt Lane
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Liverpool Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sandhills
    14 min
  • 6
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Southport
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bootle New Strand
    6 min
  • 8
    Walk to Bootle
    Walk to
    Bootle
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Wigan to Bootle

The distance between Wigan, North West and Bootle, North West is approximately 27.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wigan to Bootle by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Wigan

Wigan is located at Scholes, North West and the nearest public transport station is Derby House.

Train stations close to Wigan:

  • Wigan North Western
  • Pemberton
  • Gathurst

Bus stations close to Wigan:

  • Derby House
  • Hardybutts
  • Wellington Street

Public transport stations close to Bootle, North West

Bootle is located at Bootle, North West and the nearest public transport station is Bootle Strand Shopping Centre.

Train stations close to Bootle:

  • Bank Hall
  • Kirkdale
  • Bootle Oriel Road

Bus stations close to Bootle:

  • Bootle Strand Shopping Centre
  • Marsh Lane
  • Bootle New Strand Station

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From Wigan to Bootle by train

To get from Wigan to Bootle in North West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Headbolt Lane station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERSEYRAIL train and finally take the MERSEYRAIL train from Sandhills station to Bootle New Strand station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 31 min.

91min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Walk to Bootle
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    650 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Headbolt Lane
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Headbolt Lane
    27 min
  • 4
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Liverpool Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sandhills
    14 min
  • 6
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Southport
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bootle New Strand
    6 min
  • 8
    Walk to Bootle
    Walk to
    Bootle
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wigan to Bootle?

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Train line MERSEYRAIL, Bus line 68B.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Wigan to Bootle?

    The alternative route takes 91 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line MERSEYRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Wigan and Bootle?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wigan to Bootle?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan to Headbolt Lane station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Headbolt Lane station near Bootle in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wigan to Bootle by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Wigan in Wigan and Bootle in North West by train and bus is about 1 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Wigan to get to Bootle?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Wigan and Bootle?

    Get off the train at the Headbolt Lane stop, which is closest to Bootle in North West.

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