4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birkenhead to Chester
Cheapest price
€9
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birkenhead to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birkenhead to Chester will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Birkenhead for Chester on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birkenhead to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birkenhead to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 24 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€9 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Birkenhead to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Chester trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:52 AM Birkenhead | 0h35 | 9:27 AM Chester | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birkenhead to Chester
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Trains from Birkenhead to Chester run on average 12 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 34m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 23:57 |
Train companies: Merseyrail, Transport for Wales from Birkenhead to Chester trainsMerseyrail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Birkenhead and Chester from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birkenhead to Chester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birkenhead to Chester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Birkenhead Hamilton Square, which is located around 0.1 miles (147 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Chester, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birkenhead to Chester
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:30 - 00:20 Sunday 07:36 - 00:20 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: Convenience store
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform.” Lifts can be used to access platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Hamilton Square, Hamilton Street, Birkenhead CH41
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:32 - 00:07 Sunday 07:34 - 00:07 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform.” Lifts can be used to access platforms
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Liverpool bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Argyle Street, Birkenhead
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:54 - 00:12 Sunday 07:54 - 00:12 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Lifts can be used to access platforms.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: ajacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Europa Boulevard
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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