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Trip Overview

The average train between Bristol and Birkenhead takes 3h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol to Birkenhead. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 35m
Duration
177 mi
Distance
£81
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bristol to Birkenhead train times

Trains run hourly between Bristol and Birkenhead. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Birkenhead at 7:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 14m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 10m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 9m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 27m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 9m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains4h • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 47m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 9m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 9m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 17m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 9m • 1 change
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    Cross CountryWest Midlands Trains3h 16m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bristol to Birkenhead? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bristol to Birkenhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 176.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Birkenhead, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 29m.

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