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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead is to bus via Leeds which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Express Lounge and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Birkenhead is 150 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 3h 37m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Birkenhead bus from?

Middlesbrough to Birkenhead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Birkenhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead is to train via Leeds which takes 3h 37m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Birkenhead bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Birkenhead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Birkenhead train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Birkenhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Birkenhead is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead.

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

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Middlesbrough to Birkenhead - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead by train, bus, or car

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to LeedsRedcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Liverpool Lime StreetHull - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 37m
£35–103
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool OneUk072
5h 11m
£18–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Station172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One171 / ...
4h 57m
£20–49
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead138 mi
2h 31m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime StreetNewcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 41m
£30–119
Train #2
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Liverpool Lime StreetRedcar Central - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 45m
£35–110

Middlesbrough to Birkenhead by train

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.1 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Liverpool Lime Street via Leeds in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 57m.

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