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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birkenhead is to rideshare which costs £4 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Birkenhead is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Birkenhead?

The distance between Manchester and Birkenhead is 31 miles. The road distance is 36.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £22.

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

The train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Street takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Birkenhead bus from?

Manchester to Birkenhead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Birkenhead train from?

Manchester to Birkenhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Manchester to Birkenhead is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £15 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Manchester to Birkenhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Birkenhead train arrive?

Manchester to Birkenhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Birkenhead is 37 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Manchester to Birkenhead.

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

Book your Manchester to Birkenhead train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Manchester to Birkenhead bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

There are 2479+ hotels available in Birkenhead.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Birkenhead?

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

Manchester to Birkenhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Birkenhead by train, bus, rideshare, 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
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
36 min
£4–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One171 / ...
1h 40m
£4–15
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Liverpool33.2 mi
54 min
£4
Drive 36.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Birkenhead36.6 mi
47 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Birkenhead36.6 mi
47 min
£80–100

Manchester to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 31.2 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–22 and the journey takes 36 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One hourly. Tickets cost £4–15 and the journey takes 1h 40m. FlixBus also services this route every 3 hours.

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