The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Birkenhead
Cheapest price
£137
Average price
£137
Fastest journey
6 h 54 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
421 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Birkenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Birkenhead will cost around £137 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £137.
Of the 2 trains that leave Aberdeen for Birkenhead every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 421 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 21 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 coach and train for Aberdeen to Birkenhead
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Birkenhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £82, and a flight costs an average of £158.
Distance: 421 km
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£128 Average Price | £158 Average Price | £82 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 30m Average total duration 21h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Aberdeen to Birkenhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Birkenhead trains for tomorrow, Thursday 11 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:30 Aberdeen | 8h21 | 12:51 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:57 Aberdeen | 6h54 | 11:51 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Birkenhead
Trains from Aberdeen to Birkenhead run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 17:21. The fastest train covers the 421 km distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 421 km |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 17:21 |
Train companies: LNER, Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Birkenhead trainsLNER, Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Birkenhead from £75. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Birkenhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen to Birkenhead 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 Birkenhead, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Birkenhead
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
- 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
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:51 - 00:15 Sunday 07:51 - 00:15 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: No
- Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” Ticket office is step free. Access to platform is via stepped ramps only.
- 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: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: 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: Duke Street, Birkenhead
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