4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birkenhead to Manchester
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
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 €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birkenhead for Manchester on Wed, Aug 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 12 the direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.
9:19 AM1h18Birkenhead10:37 AMManchester€111One-way0 transfers
9:42 AM1h13Birkenhead10:55 AMManchester€141One-way0 transfers
- 9:42 AM1h13Birkenhead10:55 AMManchester€141One-way0 transfers
- 9:19 AM1h18Birkenhead10:37 AMManchester€111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Birkenhead to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birkenhead to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€13 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birkenhead to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 9:19 AM Birkenhead | 1h18 | 10:37 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:42 AM Birkenhead | 1h13 | 10:55 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 55m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Birkenhead to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birkenhead to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birkenhead to Manchester
Most Birkenhead to Manchester trains use the Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Manchester Victoria station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Airport. 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 Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road 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 Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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