4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Birkenhead
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Birkenhead is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Birkenhead will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Of the 16 trains that leave Sheffield for Birkenhead every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 46 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.
6:192h10Sheffield8:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes- 7:292h00Sheffield9:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
- 8:441h45Sheffield10:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
- 9:431h46Sheffield11:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
- 10:431h46Sheffield12:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
- 8:441h45Sheffield10:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
- 9:431h46Sheffield11:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
- 10:431h46Sheffield12:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
- 11:431h46Sheffield13:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
- 12:431h46Sheffield14:29Birkenhead£311One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sheffield to Birkenhead
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Birkenhead among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 103 km
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£21 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sheffield to Birkenhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Birkenhead trains for today, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:45 Sheffield | 3h08 | 6:53 Birkenhead | 1 change | |
| 5:08 Sheffield | 1h53 | 7:01 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:09 Sheffield | 1h51 | 8:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:19 Sheffield | 2h10 | 8:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:07 Sheffield | 1h53 | 9:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:29 Sheffield | 2h00 | 9:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:08 Sheffield | 1h52 | 10:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:44 Sheffield | 1h45 | 10:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 11:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:43 Sheffield | 1h46 | 11:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 12:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:43 Sheffield | 1h46 | 12:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 13:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:43 Sheffield | 1h46 | 13:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 14:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:43 Sheffield | 1h46 | 14:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 15:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:43 Sheffield | 1h46 | 15:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 16:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:43 Sheffield | 1h46 | 16:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 17:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:43 Sheffield | 1h46 | 17:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 18:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:43 Sheffield | 1h46 | 18:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 19:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:41 Sheffield | 1h48 | 19:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 20:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:42 Sheffield | 1h47 | 20:29 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 21:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:43 Sheffield | 1h47 | 21:30 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 22:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:42 Sheffield | 2h10 | 22:52 Birkenhead | 1 change | |
| 21:11 Sheffield | 1h49 | 23:00 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:11 Sheffield | 1h45 | 23:56 Birkenhead | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Birkenhead
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Trains from Sheffield to Birkenhead run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 21:56 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Birkenhead trainseast_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Birkenhead from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sheffield to Birkenhead train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Birkenhead
Most Sheffield to Birkenhead trains use the Sheffield to Birkenhead Hamilton Square station pair, with some services arriving at Conway Park. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Birkenhead train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Birkenhead leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, 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.
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 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.
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.
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