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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port is to bus and line 47 bus which costs £9 - £16 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkham and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Union Street and Whitechapel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkham and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Kirkham & Wesham and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Preston and Liverpool Central Loop Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Kirkham and Ellesmere Port is 56 miles. The road distance is 49.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £13 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

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

Kirkham to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

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

Kirkham to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port?

The best way to get from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £13 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 47 bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Kirkham to Ellesmere Port bus arrive?

Kirkham to Ellesmere Port bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Union Street station.

Where does the Kirkham to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

Kirkham to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkham to Ellesmere Port is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port.

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

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Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

There are 2675+ hotels available in Ellesmere Port.

Kirkham to Ellesmere Port - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 47 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to Ellesmere PortEllesmere Port - Ellesmere Port / ...
2h 39m
£14–72
Bus, line 47 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union StreetX2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Queen Square Bus Station47 / ...
3. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange1 / ...
4h 42m
£9–16
Drive 48.9 mi
1. Drive from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port48.9 mi
1h 21m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkham to Ellesmere Port48.9 mi
1h 21m
£100–130

Kirkham to Ellesmere Port by train and foot

132Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.4 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Kirkham, Lancashire, England and Ellesmere Port, England?

You can take a train from Kirkham & Wesham to Ellesmere Port via Preston, Liverpool Lime Street, and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Square to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange via Bus Station, Union Street, Queen Square Bus Station, and Whitechapel in around 4h 42m.

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