How to get from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port by train?

From Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port by train

To get from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port in North West, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Birkenhead Central station to Hooton station. Next, take the MERSEYRAIL train from Hooton station to Ellesmere Port station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The train schedule from Birkenhead Central may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ellesmere Port on the Moovit app.

42min
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Walk to Ellesmere Port
Leaves from Birkenhead Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Birkenhead Central
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hooton
    20 min
  • 4
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Ellesmere Port
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ellesmere Port
    9 min
  • 6
    Walk to Ellesmere Port
    Walk to
    Ellesmere Port
    400 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port by bus

Take one direct bus from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port in North West: take the 1 bus from Grange Road East station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The train schedule from Birkenhead Central may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ellesmere Port on the Moovit app.

64min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Walk to Ellesmere Port
Leaves from Grange Road East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grange Road East
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Chester Railway Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to Ellesmere Port
    Walk to
    Ellesmere Port
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port

The distance between Birkenhead Central, North West and Ellesmere Port, North West is approximately 17.09 km, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port

To check the train schedule from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Birkenhead Central) and destination (Ellesmere Port), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port by bus

Take one direct bus from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port in North West: take the 1 bus from Grange Road East station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 4 min. The train schedule from Birkenhead Central may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ellesmere Port on the Moovit app.

64min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 11
Walk to Ellesmere Port
Leaves from Grange Road East

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grange Road East
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Chester Railway Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to Ellesmere Port
    Walk to
    Ellesmere Port
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port?

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line MERSEYRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port?

    The alternative route takes 64 minutes, using Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct train between Birkenhead Central and Ellesmere Port?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Chester station near Birkenhead Central in Birkenhead to Hooton station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Hooton station near Ellesmere Port in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port by train?

    The total travel time between Birkenhead Central in Birkenhead and Ellesmere Port in North West by train is about 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Birkenhead Central to get to Ellesmere Port?

    Get on the MERSEYRAIL train from the Chester station near Birkenhead Central in Birkenhead.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Birkenhead Central and Ellesmere Port?

    Get off the train at the Hooton station, which is closest to Ellesmere Port in North West.

  • When is the first train from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port?

    The first train from Birkenhead Central in Birkenhead to Ellesmere Port in North West is Merseyrail. It leaves the Birkenhead Central station at 06:07.

  • When is the last bus from Birkenhead Central to Ellesmere Port?

    The last bus from Birkenhead Central in Birkenhead to Ellesmere Port in North West is the Chester - Liverpool line. It leaves the Grange Road East stop at 23:11.

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