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Widnes to Birkenhead trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Widnes and Birkenhead takes 19 min and the fastest train takes 15 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Widnes to Birkenhead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

19 min
Duration
13 mi
Distance
£5
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Widnes to Birkenhead train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Widnes and Birkenhead. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Widnes is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Birkenhead at 11:28 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 19 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    train train 20 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 20 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct
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    train train 23 min • Direct
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 17 min • Direct
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    train train 18 min • Direct
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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    train train 20 min • Direct
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    train train 20 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 20 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    train train 15 min • Direct
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    train train 20 min • Direct
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    train train 22 min • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Widnes to Birkenhead? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Widnes to Birkenhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 12.9 mi
  • Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Widnes, England and Birkenhead, England?

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Runcorn to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £3–10 and the journey takes 18 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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