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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birkenhead to Manchester
- Cheapest price on Nov 10
- €10
- Average ticket price on Nov 10
- €18
- Fastest journey on Nov 10
- 52 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 10
- 53 m
- Trains on Nov 10
- 18
- Distance
- 52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birkenhead to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birkenhead to Manchester will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
It's difficult to get from Birkenhead to Manchester without transferring at least once.
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C079359:19 AM 1h18 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €10 1 One-way 1 transfer- C04354+C62787
9:31 AM 1h06 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) 10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €10 1 One-way 1 transfer - C04350+C07927
8:19 AM 1h18 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €15 1 One-way 1 transfer - C04350+C62797
8:31 AM 1h06 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €15 1 One-way 1 transfer - C04350+C62797
8:29 AM 1h08 Conway Park (CNP) 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) €15 1 One-way 1 transfer
W84790+C079298:36 AM 0h52 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) 9:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) €16 1 One-way 1 transfer- G15861+C07933
9:06 AM 0h53 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) 9:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) €17 1 One-way 1 transfer - C24895+C07926
8:06 AM 0h53 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) 8:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) €20 1 One-way 1 transfer - W84790+C07929
8:34 AM 0h54 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 9:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) €16 1 One-way 1 transfer - C24895+C07926
8:04 AM 0h55 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 8:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) €20 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birkenhead to Manchester
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Trains from Birkenhead to Manchester run on average 16 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 38m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Live departures
Birkenhead to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C62802+W84665 | 7:59 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 1h08 | 9:07 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| C62802+C24895 | 7:59 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 1h00 | 8:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C07926+C24895 | 8:04 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h55 | 8:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C07926+C24895 | 8:06 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h53 | 8:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C07927+C04350 | 8:19 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 1h18 | 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| C62797+C04350 | 8:29 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 1h08 | 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| C62797+W84790 | 8:29 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 0h59 | 9:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C62797+C04350 | 8:31 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 1h06 | 9:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| C07929+W84790 | 8:34 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h54 | 9:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C07929+W84790 | 8:36 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h52 | 9:28 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
 G89934+G86314 | 8:39 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 1h16 | 9:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| G89934+C08047 | 8:42 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 1h13 | 9:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| G89934+C08047 | 8:44 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 1h11 | 9:55 AM Deansgate (DGT) | 1 transfer | |
| C62792+G15861 | 8:59 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 1h00 | 9:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C07933+G15861 | 9:04 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h55 | 9:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C07933+G15861 | 9:06 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h53 | 9:59 AM Manchester Victoria (MCV) | 1 transfer | |
| C07935+C04354 | 9:19 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 1h18 | 10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
| C62787+C04354 | 9:31 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 1h06 | 10:37 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Trains from Birkenhead to Manchester
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birkenhead to Manchester
Most Birkenhead to Manchester trains use the Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Manchester Airport station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Victoria. Use this guide to compare Birkenhead and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birkenhead Hamilton Square from Birkenhead city centre
Birkenhead Hamilton Square train station facilities and services
Birkenhead Hamilton Square has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square. ATMs are available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square: 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.
Getting to Birkenhead Central from Birkenhead city centre
Birkenhead Central train station facilities and services
Birkenhead Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birkenhead Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkenhead Central. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birkenhead Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birkenhead Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkenhead Central: 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.
Getting to Conway Park from Birkenhead city centre
Conway Park train station facilities and services
Conway Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Conway Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Conway Park. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Conway Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Conway Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Conway Park: 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.
Which Manchester station do trains from Birkenhead arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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