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

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby is to bus and line 19 bus which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere Port and Kirkby?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby station. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Kirkby is 22 miles. The road distance is 20.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby without a car is to train and line 19 bus which takes 1h 31m and costs £7 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Kirkby bus arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Kirkby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Hood street station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Kirkby is 21 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby.

Where can I stay near Kirkby?

There are 2363+ hotels available in Kirkby.

Ellesmere Port to Kirkby - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 19 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 19 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to MoorfieldsEllesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Station19 / ...
1h 31m
£7–11
Bus, line 19 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Hood street1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Station19 / ...
1h 50m
£5–7
Train, line 121 bus
1. Take the train from Ellesmere Port to Moorfields
2. Take the train from Moorfields to Aintree
3. Take the bus from Aintree Station to Aintree Lane121
1h 59m
Drive 20.4 mi
1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby20.4 mi
35 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ellesmere Port to Kirkby20.4 mi
35 min
£45–55

Ellesmere Port to Kirkby by train, foot, and bus

294Weekly Services

1h 31mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.7 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

You can take a bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Kirkby Bus Station via Hood street and Queen Square Bus Station in around 1h 50m.

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