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14/11/2025
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Burnley to Birkenhead by train

The journey from Burnley to Birkenhead by train is 42.66 mi and takes 3 hrs 8 mins. There are 44 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:12 and the last at 23:55. It is possible to travel from Burnley to Birkenhead by train for as little as £19.75 or as much as £39.86. The best price for this journey is £19.75.

Lowest Price £19.75
Journey Duration 3 hrs 8 mins
Connection per Day 44
Lowest Price £19.75
Highest Price £39.86
First Departure 00:12
Last Departure 23:55
Distance 42.66 mi
Departure Burnley
Arrival Birkenhead
Carriers National Rail

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When travelling to Birkenhead by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Burnley to Birkenhead CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
4.81kg
Bus
5.15kg
Flight
13.73kg
Car
10.99kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Burnley to Birkenhead by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Burnley and Birkenhead are 4.81kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Burnley and Birkenhead? By taking the train between Burnley and Birkenhead you will save 8.92kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.34kg compared to a bus and 6.18kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Burnley to Birkenhead?
A train ticket from Burnley to Birkenhead is £24.57. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £19.75.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Burnley to Birkenhead?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Burnley to Birkenhead is £19.75. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Burnley and Birkenhead by train?
Burnley to Birkenhead is 42.66 mi.
How long does the train between Burnley and Birkenhead take?
Burnley to Birkenhead is on average 3 hrs 8 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 53 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Burnley to Birkenhead?
Burnley to Birkenhead has 44 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Burnley to Birkenhead leave?
The earliest train from Burnley to Birkenhead departs at 00:12. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Burnley to Birkenhead depart?
The latest train from Burnley to Birkenhead departs at 23:55. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Burnley to Birkenhead in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £19.75 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Burnley to Birkenhead by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Burnley and Birkenhead is 1 hr 53 mins.
Is there a direct train from Burnley to Birkenhead?
Yes, there is a direct train between Burnley and Birkenhead.
What are the CO2 emissions for Burnley to Birkenhead by train?
The train journey from Burnley to Birkenhead creates 4.81kg of CO2 emissions.

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