Warrington to Birchwood train with Northern Rail

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Compare prices and tickets Warrington to Birchwood by train or coach

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Why should you book Warrington to Birchwood trains with Omio?

Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Warrington to Birchwood.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Warrington to Birchwood.

Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Warrington to Birchwood.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Warrington to Birchwood.

Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Rome2rio?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Warrington to Birchwood.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Warrington to Birchwood.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Warrington to Birchwood

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Trains from Warrington to Birchwood run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 4m.

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
5 km
Average train duration
5m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
4m
First train
6:02
Last train
23:51
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
42 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

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Warrington to Birchwood trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Warrington and Birchwood from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6m
Cheapest Price
£5
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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 Duration
4m
Cheapest Price
£5
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 Duration
4m
Cheapest Price
£5
East Midlands Railway frequency
1 a day
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 Duration
4m
Cheapest Price
£3
east_midlands_trains frequency
2 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4m
Cheapest Price
£3
Northern Trains Limited frequency
11 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4m
Cheapest Price
£2
TransPennine Express frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Warrington to Birchwood train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warrington to Birchwood 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 Birchwood, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Warrington to Birchwood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £5.
The train journey from Warrington to Birchwood covers a distance of 5 km and takes approximately 4m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Warrington to Birchwood is 5 km.
The first train from Warrington to Birchwood leaves at 6:02.
The last train from Warrington to Birchwood departs at 23:51.
Trains from Warrington to Birchwood run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Warrington to Birchwood.
Yes, there is a direct train between Warrington and Birchwood. The service operates 6 times per day, provided by East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express.
To get from Warrington to Birchwood, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Warrington to Birchwood.
The train station in Warrington that goes to Birchwood is Warrington Central (WAC), and it arrives at Birchwood station (BWD).
The cheapest way to get from Warrington to Birchwood is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Warrington to Birchwood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Warrington to Birchwood is not particularly scenic, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas with views of residential and industrial landscapes.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Warrington to Birchwood. The journey takes just 4m and covers a distance of 5 km. Trains run 3 times per day.
To fully enjoy Birchwood's attractions and activities, plan for a stay of about 2 to 3 days.
Yes, you can take the train from Warrington to Birchwood.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Warrington and Birchwood

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Birchwood
The major train station for departures in Warrington is Warrington Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Warrington Central for your trip from Warrington to Birchwood.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 20:40 Sunday 08:25 - 20:40
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step free access is available to both platforms at the station. Customer Lifts are available from first to last train.
  • 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
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Warrington Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Bus Stops outside the Station Entrance.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: No
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level Access via Ramp
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: No
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Padgate
  • Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Road, opposite the station car park entrance for services to Manchester, adjacent to the car park entrance for services to Warrington.

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