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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Birkenhead is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Birkenhead?

The distance between Reading and Birkenhead is 186 miles. The road distance is 183.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Reading to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Birkenhead train from?

Reading to Birkenhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Birkenhead train arrive?

Reading to Birkenhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Birkenhead is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Reading to Birkenhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

There are 2503+ hotels available in Birkenhead.

Reading to Birkenhead - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Birkenhead by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 45m
£31–135
Drive 182.1 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Birkenheadcar 182.1 mi
3h 45m
£44–64
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 6m
£94–278
Train via Chester
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
5h 22m
£45–144
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
5h 34m
£144–398
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4h 45m
£71–191
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly to Liverpool
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
6h 29m
£108–234

Reading to Birkenhead by train

192Weekly Trains

3h 45mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.4 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 45m.

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