Manchester to Birkenhead Train
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Manchester to Birkenhead by train
The journey from Manchester to Birkenhead by train is 32.6 mi and takes 1 hr 9 mins. There are 68 connections per day, with the first departure at 08:23 and the last at 20:46. It is possible to travel from Manchester to Birkenhead by train for as little as £6.20 or as much as £20.27. The best price for this journey is £6.20.
| Lowest Price | £6.20 |
| Journey Duration | 1 hr 9 mins |
| Connection per Day | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail 68 |
| Lowest Price | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail £6.20 |
| Highest Price | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail £20.27 |
| First Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail 08:23 |
| Last Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail 20:46 |
| Distance | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail 32.6 mi |
| Departure | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail Manchester |
| Arrival | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail Birkenhead |
| Carriers | Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express, Merseyrail |
Manchester to Birkenhead Train Times
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Best time to book Manchester to Birkenhead travel
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Birkenhead
The cheapest Manchester - Birkenhead train tickets can be found for as low as £29.22 if you’re lucky, or £32.78 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £35.85.
Find the best day to travel to Birkenhead by train
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!
Services on board Northern Rail and East Midlands Railway from Manchester to Birkenhead
Compare services on board when travelling from Manchester to Birkenhead by train.
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Manchester to Birkenhead CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
3.67kg
Bus
3.93kg
Flight
10.49kg
Car
8.39kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Manchester to Birkenhead by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Manchester and Birkenhead are 3.67kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Manchester and Birkenhead? By taking the train between Manchester and Birkenhead you will save 6.82kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 0.26kg compared to a bus and 4.72kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Manchester to Birkenhead?
A train ticket from Manchester to Birkenhead is £16.97. 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 £6.20.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Manchester to Birkenhead?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Manchester to Birkenhead is £6.20. 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 Manchester and Birkenhead by train?
Manchester to Birkenhead is 32.6 mi.
How long does the train between Manchester and Birkenhead take?
Manchester to Birkenhead is on average 1 hr 9 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 56 mins.
Which companies operate from Manchester to Birkenhead?
The train journey from Manchester to Birkenhead is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, TransPennine Express and Merseyrail.
How many train connections per day go from Manchester to Birkenhead?
Manchester to Birkenhead has 68 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Manchester to Birkenhead leave?
The earliest train from Manchester to Birkenhead departs at 08:23. 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 Manchester to Birkenhead depart?
The latest train from Manchester to Birkenhead departs at 20:46. 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 Manchester 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 £6.20 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 Manchester to Birkenhead by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Manchester and Birkenhead is 0 hrs 56 mins.
Is there a direct train from Manchester to Birkenhead?
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Birkenhead.
What are the CO2 emissions for Manchester to Birkenhead by train?
The train journey from Manchester to Birkenhead creates 3.67kg of CO2 emissions.