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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Birkenhead is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cheltenham Racecourse and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Birkenhead?

The distance between Cheltenham and Birkenhead is 133 miles. The road distance is 125.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £20 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Cheltenham to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Birkenhead bus from?

Cheltenham to Birkenhead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Birkenhead train from?

Cheltenham to Birkenhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Birkenhead is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £20 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Birkenhead bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Birkenhead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Birkenhead train arrive?

Cheltenham to Birkenhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Birkenhead is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Cheltenham to Birkenhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

There are 2514+ hotels available in Birkenhead.

Cheltenham to Birkenhead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Birkenhead by train, bus, 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 Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 48m
£21–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Cf4
3h 55m
£24–35
Drive 125 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Birkenheadcar 125 mi
2h 41m
£31–44
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
4h 18m
£35–108

Cheltenham to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 132.5 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Liverpool, Liverpool One 4 times a week. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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