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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Birkenhead
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£31
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£36
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
1 h 46 m
Trains on 13 Oct
16
Distance
103 km
Cheap tickets
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.
Fast trains
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 16 trains from Sheffield to Birkenhead, including 15 direct services.
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
Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Birkenhead
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Sheffield to Birkenhead and enjoy the approximately 103 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 21:56.
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
Distance 103 km |
First train 5:49 |
Last train 21:56 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 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
Live departures
Sheffield to Birkenhead train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Birkenhead trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 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 | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| 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 | |
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Train companies: east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express from Sheffield to Birkenhead trainseast_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Birkenhead. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average east_midlands_trains Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest east_midlands_trains Price
£26
east_midlands_trains frequency
11 a day
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£36
TransPennine Express frequency
14 a day
Complete guide to Birkenhead
Things to do in Birkenhead
Discover the best of Birkenhead — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Birkenhead trip today.
- Recommended
Birkenhead Priory Museum
Riverside museum set in Birkenhead Priory, interpreting monastic life, local maritime links and the area’s medieval past.
- Recommended
Wirral Transport Museum
Volunteer-run transport museum with historic trams, buses and exhibits on local public transport, best for enthusiasts and family visits.
- Must visit
Birkenhead Park
Historic public park with lakes, bridges and landscaped paths, ideal for walks and a key green space that inspired later park design.
- Must visit
Hamilton Square
Large civic square framed by fine terraces, well suited to architecture lovers, photography and a short heritage walk near the station.
- Recommended
Priory Quarter
Characterful quarter around the priory and waterfront, combining heritage buildings, river views and access to nearby maritime attractions.
Scouse
A Liverpool staple: minced beef, potatoes and onions baked under a crust. Long tied to dockside home cooking across the Mersey, including Birkenhead.
- Gluten-free
Blind Scouse
A richer baked version of scouse with sliced potatoes on top. Traditional across Merseyside and familiar in pubs and homes around Birkenhead.
Fish and Chips
The classic chip-shop pairing of battered fish and chips. Deeply rooted in everyday seaside and dockland eating on both sides of the Mersey.
Home Oxton
Smart neighbourhood bistro known for seasonal small plates, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed but polished setting on Oxton’s high street.
Gallaghers
Popular independent Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza and grills in a lively, friendly dining room close to Hamilton Square.
The Fraiche
Well-known pub and restaurant in Oxton village, serving British classics, roasts and cask ales in a traditional, comfortable setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Birkenhead is usually cheaper than central Liverpool for stays and dining, while local buses, trains and casual meals stay fairly affordable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £7-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-28 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Taxis: round up or add 5-10%. Cafes and pubs: tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated for table service.
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.
The train distance from Sheffield to Birkenhead is 103 km.
The first train from Sheffield to Birkenhead leaves at 5:49.
The last train from Sheffield to Birkenhead departs at 21:56.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sheffield to Birkenhead.
Yes, there is a direct train between Sheffield and Birkenhead. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by east_midlands_trains, TransPennine Express.
There is no night train service from Sheffield to Birkenhead.
Booking trains from Sheffield to Birkenhead in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Sheffield to Birkenhead offers varied scenery, taking passengers through the rolling landscapes of the Peak District and charming countryside views, making it a pleasant and picturesque route.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Birkenhead.
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 Birkenhead Central. 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.
Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Birkenhead
Which Sheffield station do trains to Birkenhead leave from?
Trains from Sheffield to Birkenhead leave from Sheffield. The station is 1 km from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · £4 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
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.
Birkenhead Hamilton SquareBirkenhead Hamilton Square station, Hamilton Street, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 1AL
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 1111
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 · £0.89 · 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.
Birkenhead ParkBirkenhead Park station, Duke Street, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 8BT+44 151 555 1111
City-centre transport
Getting to Birkenhead Park from Birkenhead city centre
Birkenhead Park is 1 km from Birkenhead city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainWest Kirby - West Kirby, Rock Ferry - West Kirby, New Brighton - New Brighton, Birkenhead Hamilton Square - West Kirby · 4m · £0.89 · every ~13 min
Bus418, 407 · 6m · £2 · every ~10 min
811 · 16m
Birkenhead Park train station facilities and services
Birkenhead Park has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birkenhead Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkenhead 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 Birkenhead Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birkenhead Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkenhead Park: 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.
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