Birkenhead to Manchester train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birkenhead to Manchester

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept

Cheapest price on 15 Sept

£24

Average ticket price on 15 Sept

£25

Fastest journey on 15 Sept

52 m

Average journey duration on 15 Sept

53 m

Trains on 15 Sept

26

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

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 travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birkenhead to Manchester will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.

Fast trains

To travel from Birkenhead to Manchester you need to make at least one change.

  • Mersey RailC07935+Transpennine ExpressW84795
    9:340h54
    Birkenhead Central (BKC)
    10:28Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Mersey RailC07931+Transpennine ExpressG15861
    9:060h53
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
    9:59Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89939+Mersey RailG86305
    9:391h16
    Conway Park (CNP)
    10:55Deansgate (DGT)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Mersey RailC62797+Transpennine ExpressW84790
    8:310h57
    Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
    9:28Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • Mersey RailC62792+Transpennine ExpressG15861
    8:591h00
    Conway Park (CNP)
    9:59Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    £241One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £11.

Distance: 52 km

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Coach
Driving

£11

Average Price

£4

Average Price

Cheapest

£13

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 7m

Average total duration

1h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 10m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Transpennine Express

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Birkenhead to Manchester is a coach with an average price of £4.

This is compared to other travel options from Birkenhead to Manchester:

A coach is £7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birkenhead to Manchester costing on average £11.

The fastest way to travel from Birkenhead to Manchester is by train with an average journey time of 49m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Birkenhead and Manchester including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 21m faster (49m by train vs 1h 10m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£11 vs £13). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Birkenhead to Manchester train times

The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Mersey RailC08035+Transpennine ExpressG158665:51 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
1h08
6:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC07915+Transpennine ExpressG158665:59 Birkenhead Central (BKC)
1h00
6:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC62814+Transpennine ExpressW847766:14 Conway Park (CNP)
1h14
7:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailG86329+Northern RailG899266:39 Conway Park (CNP)
1h16
7:55 Deansgate (DGT)1 change
Mersey RailC62812+Transpennine ExpressC248926:44 Conway Park (CNP)
1h15
7:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailG86327+Northern RailL895137:09 Conway Park (CNP)
1h17
8:26 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC62808+Transpennine ExpressC243967:29 Conway Park (CNP)
1h00
8:29 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailG86324+Northern RailG899317:39 Conway Park (CNP)
1h16
8:55 Deansgate (DGT)1 change
Mersey RailC62802+Transpennine ExpressC248957:59 Conway Park (CNP)
1h00
8:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC07924+Transpennine ExpressC248958:04 Birkenhead Central (BKC)
0h55
8:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC07924+Transpennine ExpressC248958:06 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
0h53
8:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC07927+Transpennine ExpressW847908:27 Birkenhead Central (BKC)
1h01
9:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC62797+Transpennine ExpressW847908:29 Conway Park (CNP)
0h59
9:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC62797+Transpennine ExpressW847908:31 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
0h57
9:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailG86314+Northern RailG899348:39 Conway Park (CNP)
1h16
9:55 Deansgate (DGT)1 change
Mersey RailC07929+Northern RailG899348:42 Birkenhead Central (BKC)
1h13
9:55 Deansgate (DGT)1 change
Mersey RailC07929+Northern RailG899348:44 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
1h11
9:55 Deansgate (DGT)1 change
Mersey RailC62792+Transpennine ExpressG158618:59 Conway Park (CNP)
1h00
9:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC07931+Transpennine ExpressG158619:04 Birkenhead Central (BKC)
0h55
9:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC07931+Transpennine ExpressG158619:06 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
0h53
9:59 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC62787+Transpennine ExpressW847959:29 Conway Park (CNP)
0h59
10:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC07935+Transpennine ExpressW847959:34 Birkenhead Central (BKC)
0h54
10:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailC07935+Transpennine ExpressW847959:36 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
0h52
10:28 Manchester Victoria (MCV)1 change
Mersey RailG86305+Northern RailG899399:39 Conway Park (CNP)
1h16
10:55 Deansgate (DGT)1 change
Mersey RailC08051+Northern RailG899399:42 Birkenhead Central (BKC)
1h13
10:55 Deansgate (DGT)1 change
Mersey RailC08051+Northern RailG899399:44 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ)
1h11
10:55 Deansgate (DGT)1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Birkenhead to Manchester

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Trains from Birkenhead to Manchester run on average 20 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 55m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4
Distance
52 km
Average train duration
49m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Trains per day
20
Fastest train
55m
First train
5:23
Last train
23:51
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £4

Train companies: Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Birkenhead to Manchester trainsTranspennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Birkenhead and Manchester from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
55m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£9
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
£7
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

east_midlands_trains

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
46m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£16
east_midlands_trains frequency
6 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
55m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
7 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
33m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
37 a day

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Science and Industry Museum

Major science and industry museum on historic railway land, with galleries on textiles, transport and Manchester’s role in modern innovation.

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Manchester Museum

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Leading art museum with British and European paintings, design, costume and craft collections in a landmark city-centre building.

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Moderate for a UK city. Hotels can be pricey at peak times, but dining, pubs and local transport are usually cheaper than London.

Average meal costs

Budget
£8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
£18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
£70+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
£3-4.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Round up taxi fares; cafés usually do not require tips.

FAQs: Birkenhead to Manchester train

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Birkenhead to Manchester can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Birkenhead to Manchester covers a distance of 52 km and takes approximately 55m. Trains run 20 per day.
The train distance from Birkenhead to Manchester is 52 km.
The first train from Birkenhead to Manchester leaves at 5:23.
The last train from Birkenhead to Manchester departs at 23:51.
Trains from Birkenhead to Manchester run approximately 20 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Birkenhead to Manchester.
Yes, there is a direct train between Birkenhead and Manchester. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Birkenhead to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Birkenhead to Manchester.
The train station in Birkenhead that goes to Manchester is Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ), and it arrives at Manchester Airport (MIA).
The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Manchester is by coach, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Birkenhead to Manchester in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Birkenhead to Manchester offers a mix of urban and industrial landscapes, with some views of the Mersey River and countryside closer to Manchester, but it is not particularly known for being scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Birkenhead to Manchester is feasible. The journey takes 55m, covering a distance of 52 km. There are 9 trains per day available for this route.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Birkenhead to Manchester.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Birkenhead and 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.

Departure train stations in Birkenhead
Arrival train stations in Manchester
Birkenhead Hamilton SquareBirkenhead Hamilton Square station, Hamilton Street, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 1ALWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Birkenhead Hamilton Square from Birkenhead city centre

Location for Rail Replacement ServicesHamilton Square, Hamilton Street, Birkenhead CH41

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.

Birkenhead CentralBirkenhead Central station, Argyle Street South, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 9DB+44 151 555 1111ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Birkenhead Central from Birkenhead city centre

TrainChester - Chester, Hooton - Chester, Rock Ferry - Ellesmere Port, Ellesmere Port - Ellesmere Port, Moorfields - Chester, Ellesmere Port - Chester, Hooton - Ellesmere Port · 2m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
Bus410 · 5m · £4 · every ~5 min
811 · 7m

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.

Conway ParkConway Park station, Europa Boulevard, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 4PPParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Conway Park from Birkenhead city centre

TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, New Brighton - New Brighton, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 1m · £0.90 · every ~13 min
Bus216, 217, 410, 409, 411 · 3m · £4 · every ~26 min

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.

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