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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Birkenhead is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 35m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bull & Stirrup and arriving at Grange Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Birkenhead Hamilton Square. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Chester to Birkenhead?

The distance between Chester and Birkenhead is 15 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £19.

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

The train from Chester to Birkenhead Hamilton Square takes 38 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chester to Birkenhead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chester to Birkenhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Chester to Birkenhead is to train which takes 38 min and costs £5 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Chester to Birkenhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chester to Birkenhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Birkenhead?

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

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

Book your Chester to Birkenhead train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Chester to Birkenhead bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

There are 2553+ hotels available in Birkenhead.

Can I share a ride from Chester to Birkenhead?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chester to Birkenhead 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 Chester to Birkenhead Hamilton Squaretrain Chester - Chester / ...
38 min
£5–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bull & Stirrup to Grange Roadbus 1
1h 35m
£2–4
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Chester to Liverpoolrideshare 18.8 mi
47 min
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chester to Birkenheadtaxi 15.9 mi
27 min
£40–55
Drive 15.9 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Birkenheadcar 15.9 mi
27 min
£4–6

Chester to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Merseyrail operates a train from Chester to Birkenhead Hamilton Square every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £9–19 and the journey takes 38 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Bull & Stirrup to Grange Road hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 35m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day.

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