How to get from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool by train?

From Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool by train

Take one direct train from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool in Liverpool: take the MERSEYRAIL train from Birkenhead Central station to Liverpool James Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 14 min. The train schedule from Birkenhead Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Liverpool on the Moovit app.

14min
Walk to train station
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Walk to Liverpool
Leaves from Birkenhead Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Birkenhead Central
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool James Street
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Liverpool
    Walk to
    Liverpool
    Dale Street
    350 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool by bus

Take one direct bus from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool in Liverpool: take the 471 bus from Grange Road station to Castle Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The train schedule from Birkenhead Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Liverpool on the Moovit app.

21min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 471471
Walk to Liverpool
Leaves from Grange Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grange Road
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 471471
    Wait for bus
    471
    Liverpool, Cook Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Castle Street
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Liverpool
    Walk to
    Liverpool
    Dale Street
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool

The distance between Birkenhead Central Station and Liverpool is approximately 6.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 14 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Liverpool – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool

To check the train schedule from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Birkenhead Central Station) and destination (Liverpool), 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 Station to Liverpool by bus

Take one direct bus from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool in Liverpool: take the 471 bus from Grange Road station to Castle Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The train schedule from Birkenhead Central Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Liverpool on the Moovit app.

21min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 471471
Walk to Liverpool
Leaves from Grange Road

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Grange Road
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 471471
    Wait for bus
    471
    Liverpool, Cook Street
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Castle Street
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to Liverpool
    Walk to
    Liverpool
    Dale Street
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool?

    The fastest way takes 14 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool?

    The alternative route takes 21 minutes, using Bus line 471.

  • Is there a direct train between Birkenhead Central Station and Liverpool?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Birkenhead Central Station in Birkenhead to Liverpool in Liverpool in 14 min.

  • Which train line goes from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool?

    The MERSEYRAIL train line goes from Birkenhead Central station near Birkenhead Central Station in Birkenhead to Chester station near Liverpool in Liverpool.

  • How long does it take to travel from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool by train?

    The total travel time between Birkenhead Central Station and Liverpool by train is about 14 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Birkenhead Central Station to get to Liverpool?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Birkenhead Central Station and Liverpool?

    Get off the train at the Chester station, which is closest to Liverpool.

  • When is the last bus from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool?

    The last bus from Birkenhead Central Station in Birkenhead to Liverpool in Liverpool is the Heswall - Liverpool line. It leaves the Grange Road stop at 07:38.

  • When is the first train from Birkenhead Central Station to Liverpool?

    The first train from Birkenhead Central Station in Birkenhead to Liverpool in Liverpool is Merseyrail. It leaves the Birkenhead Central station at 05:49.

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