What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Chester is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Chester is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Campbeltown Road and arriving at Delamere Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Chester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birkenhead Hamilton Square and arriving at Chester. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Chester?

The distance between Birkenhead and Chester is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

How do I travel from Birkenhead to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Chester without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead to Chester?

The train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Chester takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Chester bus from?

Birkenhead to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Campbeltown Road station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Chester train from?

Birkenhead to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Birkenhead Hamilton Square station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Chester?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Chester is to train which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Chester bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Delamere Street station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Chester train arrive?

Birkenhead to Chester train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Chester is 16 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Birkenhead to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Birkenhead to Chester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birkenhead to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 1004+ hotels available in Chester.

Can I share a ride from Birkenhead to Chester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birkenhead and Chester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Birkenhead to Chester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Birkenhead to Chester by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Chestertrain Hooton - Chester / ...
36 min
£6–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Campbeltown Road to Delamere Streetbus 1
1h 28m
£4–7
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Liverpool to Chesterrideshare 18.8 mi
47 min
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Chestertaxi 15.9 mi
27 min
£40–55
Drive 15.9 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Chestercar 15.9 mi
27 min
£4–6

Birkenhead to Chester by train

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

Merseyrail operates a train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Chester every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–9 and the journey takes 36 min. Transport for Wales also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Campbeltown Road to Delamere Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 28m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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