What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead is to line 1 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange and arriving at Grange Road. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Birkenhead Hamilton Square. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Birkenhead is 11 miles. The road distance is 11 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £3 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead?

The train from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead Hamilton Square takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead bus from?

Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead is to train which takes 32 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead is 11 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead.

How do I get a train ticket from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead?

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

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Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead Hamilton Squaretrain Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
32 min
£3–6
Line 1 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Grange Roadbus X1 / ...
53 min
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Birkenheadtaxi 11 mi
16 min
£26–31
Drive 11 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Birkenheadcar 11 mi
16 min
£3–4

Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Birkenhead, England?

Merseyrail operates a train from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead Hamilton Square every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 32 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Grange Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 53 min.

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