What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Merseyside?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Merseyside is to bus via Newhall St which costs £12 - £27 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Merseyside?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Merseyside is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Merseyside?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Merseyside. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Coral Ridge via Liverpool, Liverpool One and The Metquarter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Merseyside?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Merseyside. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bidston via Liverpool Central Loop Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Merseyside?

The distance between Birmingham and Merseyside is 93 miles. The road distance is 94.6 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Merseyside without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Merseyside without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £14 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Merseyside?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Birmingham to Merseyside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Merseyside bus from?

Birmingham to Merseyside bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Merseyside train from?

Birmingham to Merseyside train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Merseyside?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Merseyside is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £14 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £45 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Birmingham to Merseyside bus arrive?

Birmingham to Merseyside bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Birmingham to Merseyside train arrive?

Birmingham to Merseyside train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Merseyside?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Merseyside is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Birmingham to Merseyside.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Merseyside?

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Where can I stay near Merseyside?

There are 2479+ hotels available in Merseyside.

Birmingham to Merseyside - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Merseyside by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime StreetBirmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 11m
£14–59
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Liverpool, Liverpool OneUk021 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Coral Ridge437
3h 52m
£13–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One550 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Metquarter to Coral Ridge437
3h 12m
£18–45
Drive 94 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Merseyside94 mi
1h 52m
£23–34

Birmingham to Merseyside by train and foot

193Weekly Services

2h 11mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Birmingham to Merseyside.

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Distance: 92.3 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Merseyside, Wirral, England?

West Midlands Trains operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £12–55 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coral Ridge via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Queen Square Bus Station, and The Metquarter in around 3h 12m.

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