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Birkenhead to Burnley Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Birkenhead to Burnley per day. The average train journey from Birkenhead to Burnley takes 2 hours and 27 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 42 mi (68 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 27m |
| Lowest price | $34.32 |
| Most frequent service | Merseyrail |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Birkenhead to Burnley?
Merseyrail is the one and only train line which connects Birkenhead to Burnley. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merseyrail | 1 | 2h 27m | $34.32 |
Merseyrail train tickets from Birkenhead to Burnley start from $34, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Merseyrail schedules to Burnley. Merseyrail in Birkenhead leaves from Birkenhead Hamilton Square . And in Burnley trains arrive at Burnley Barracks Train Station .
From Birkenhead to Burnley train travel on Merseyrail takes 2 hours and 27 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Birkenhead to Burnley
Trains from Birkenhead to Burnley are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Birkenhead at 7:00am and arrives in Burnley around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Burnley to Birkenhead.
City Information
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 Burnley?
Main arrival station: Burnley Barracks Train Station
Burnley has one train station.
All train stations in Burnley:
Burnley Barracks Train Station
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