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How to get from Bootle to Higher Wheelton by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Bootle to Higher Wheelton in North West, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the MERSEYRAIL train from Bootle New Strand station to Southport station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X2 bus and finally take the 125 bus from Preston station to Swansey Garage station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 32 min.

212min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Bus - X2X2
Bus - 125125
Walk to Higher Wheelton
Leaves from Bootle New Strand

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bootle New Strand
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Southport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southport
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Nevill Street (Stop Cb)
    260 yd • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - X2X2
    Wait for bus
    X2
    Preston City Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Preston
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Preston
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Bolton
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swansey Garage
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Higher Wheelton
    Walk to
    Higher Wheelton
    2.38 mi • 49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus

To get from Bootle to Higher Wheelton in North West, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the X2 bus from Bootle Strand Shopping Centre (Stop A) station to Duke Street (Stop Aa) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X2 bus and finally take the 125 bus from Preston station to Swansey Garage station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 32 min.

212min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X2X2
Bus - X2X2
Bus - 125125
Walk to Higher Wheelton
Leaves from Bootle Strand Shopping Centre (Stop A)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bootle Strand Shopping Centre (Stop A)
    510 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - X2X2
    Wait for bus
    X2
    Southport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Duke Street (Stop Aa)
    51 min
  • 4
    Bus - X2X2
    Wait for bus
    X2
    Preston City Centre
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Preston
    51 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Preston
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Bolton
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swansey Garage
    25 min
  • 9
    Walk to Higher Wheelton
    Walk to
    Higher Wheelton
    2.38 mi • 49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bootle to Higher Wheelton

The distance between Bootle, North West and Higher Wheelton, North West is approximately 43.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 212 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bootle to Higher Wheelton 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 Bootle

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

Train stations close to Bootle:

  • Orrell Park
  • Aintree
  • Kirkdale

Bus stations close to Bootle:

  • Bootle
  • Bootle New Strand
  • Stanley Road

Public transport stations close to Higher Wheelton, North West

Higher Wheelton is located at Higher Wheelton, North West and the nearest public transport station is Road End.

Bus stations close to Higher Wheelton:

  • Road End
  • Square
  • Blackburn Road

By bus

To get from Bootle to Higher Wheelton in North West, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the X2 bus from Bootle Strand Shopping Centre (Stop A) station to Duke Street (Stop Aa) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the X2 bus and finally take the 125 bus from Preston station to Swansey Garage station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 32 min.

212min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X2X2
Bus - X2X2
Bus - 125125
Walk to Higher Wheelton
Leaves from Bootle Strand Shopping Centre (Stop A)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bootle Strand Shopping Centre (Stop A)
    510 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - X2X2
    Wait for bus
    X2
    Southport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Duke Street (Stop Aa)
    51 min
  • 4
    Bus - X2X2
    Wait for bus
    X2
    Preston City Centre
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Preston
    51 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Preston
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Bolton
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swansey Garage
    25 min
  • 9
    Walk to Higher Wheelton
    Walk to
    Higher Wheelton
    2.38 mi • 49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Bootle to Higher Wheelton?

    The fastest way takes 212 minutes, using Bus line MERSEYRAIL, Bus line X2, Bus line 125.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Bootle to Higher Wheelton?

    The alternative route takes 212 minutes, using Bus line X2, Bus line X2, Bus line 125.

  • Is there a direct train between Bootle and Higher Wheelton in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bootle to Higher Wheelton in North West?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Bootle New Strand station near Bootle to Southport station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Southport station near Higher Wheelton in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Bootle to Higher Wheelton in North West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Bootle and Higher Wheelton in North West by train and bus is about 3 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Bootle to get to Higher Wheelton in North West?

    Get on the MERSEYRAIL train from the Bootle New Strand station near Bootle in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Bootle and Higher Wheelton in North West?

    Get off the train at the Southport stop, which is closest to Higher Wheelton in North West.

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