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Trip Summary
12 trains operate daily from Birkenhead to Chester. The train trip from Birkenhead to Chester is usually about 26 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Merseyrail train can get you there in as little as 23 minutes.
| Distance | 15 mi (24 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 23m |
| Lowest price | £6.89 |
| Trains per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | Merseyrail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Birkenhead to Chester?
Merseyrail is the one and only train line which connects Birkenhead to Chester. However, there are 12 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merseyrail | 12 | 0h 26m | £6.89 |
Merseyrail train tickets from Birkenhead to Chester start from £7, and on average cost . Daily there are 12 Merseyrail schedules to Chester. Merseyrail in Birkenhead leaves from Spital Station and one other station. And in Chester trains arrive at Chester Train Station .
From Birkenhead to Chester train travel on Merseyrail takes 0 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Chester faster, Merseyrail offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 23 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Birkenhead to Chester on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Birkenhead at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 14:00. 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 scheduled trains on most days. 24 of these are direct connections to Chester. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Chester to Birkenhead.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Birkenhead?
Main departure station: Spital Station
There are two stations in Birkenhead where you can board the train to Chester.
All train stations in Birkenhead:
Spital Station
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Where is the train station in Chester?
Main arrival station: Chester Train Station
Chester has one train station.
Train stations in Chester:
Chester Train Station
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