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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Scotland is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Scotland is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Glasgow via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Scotland?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Scotland. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Glasgow Central via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Scotland?

The distance between Birkenhead and Scotland is 227 miles. The road distance is 220.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Birkenhead to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Scotland bus from?

Birkenhead to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Scotland train from?

Birkenhead to Scotland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Scotland?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Scotland is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Scotland bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Scotland bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Scotland train arrive?

Birkenhead to Scotland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Scotland is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Birkenhead to Scotland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scotland?

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Birkenhead to Scotland - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Birkenhead to Scotland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 36m
£47–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgowbus Ukn30 / ...
6h 59m
£28–55
Drive 219.5 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Glasgowcar 219.5 mi
3h 48m
£55–79
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane MAN - ABZ
4h 34m
£80–200
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
4h 38m
£58–166
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane MAN - INV
4h 59m
£94–222

Birkenhead to Scotland by train

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 225.5 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Birkenhead, England and Scotland?

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Glasgow Central via Preston in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Glasgow via Manchester Central Coach Station and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 59m.

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