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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead is to bus which costs £17 - £50 and takes 4h 35m.

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 33m 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 35m.

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 twice 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 158 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 Darlington which takes 3h 31m and costs £27 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m 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 Darlington station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead is to train via Darlington which takes 3h 31m and costs £27 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £50 and takes 4h 35m.

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 Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Birkenhead is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead.

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

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Birkenhead by train, bus, or car

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Train via Darlington
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 31m
£27–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 171 / ...
4h 35m
£18–49
Drive 138 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Birkenheadcar 138 mi
2h 33m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Redcar Central - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 45m
£35–140
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk072
5h 25m

Middlesbrough to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £25–110 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 35m.

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