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Trip Summary
There are 12 daily trains from Birkenhead to Liverpool. Traveling by train from Birkenhead to Liverpool usually takes around 3 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 2 mi (3 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 3m |
| Lowest price | $6.57 |
| Trains per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Merseyrail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Birkenhead to Liverpool?
Merseyrail is the one and only train line which connects Birkenhead to Liverpool. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merseyrail | 12 | 0h 4m | $6.57 |
Merseyrail train tickets from Birkenhead to Liverpool start from $7, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Merseyrail schedules to Liverpool. Merseyrail in Birkenhead leaves from Birkenhead Hamilton Square . And in Liverpool trains arrive at Liverpool James St .
From Birkenhead to Liverpool train travel on Merseyrail takes 0 hours and 4 minutes. If you are looking to get to Liverpool faster, Merseyrail offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 3 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Birkenhead to Liverpool tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Birkenhead at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 12 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Birkenhead to Liverpool.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Liverpool to Birkenhead.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Birkenhead?
Main departure station: Birkenhead Hamilton Square
There is one train station in Birkenhead.
All train stations in Birkenhead:
Birkenhead Hamilton Square
Where is the train station in Liverpool?
Main arrival station: Liverpool James St
Liverpool has one train station.
Train stations in Liverpool:
Liverpool James St
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