The average train between Birkenhead and Chester takes 44 min and the fastest train takes 39 min. There is a train service every few hours from Birkenhead to Chester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birkenhead and Chester. The earliest departure is at 5:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birkenhead is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Chester at 12:07 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 44 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birkenhead station and arriving at Chester station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 44 min.
Birkenhead to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Birkenhead Hamilton Square station.
Birkenhead to Chester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
Book your Birkenhead to Chester train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Merseyrail.
The distance between Birkenhead and Chester is 24 km. The road distance is 24 km.
Merseyrail operates a train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Chester every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 36 min. Transport for Wales also services this route every 2 hours.