Rome2Rio

Newport to Birkenhead trains

Find Transport to Birkenhead

View schedule
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

Trip Overview

The average train between Newport and Birkenhead takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Newport 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 58m
Duration
151 mi
Distance
£65
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Newport to Birkenhead train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Newport and Birkenhead. The earliest departure is at 5:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newport is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Birkenhead at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 33m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 28m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 29m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 33m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 28m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 33m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 28m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 33m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 28m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 25m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 29m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 28m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 51m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 59m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail9h 11m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 33m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 27m • 1 change
  •  → 

    Transport for WalesMerseyrail3h 28m • 1 change
  • Show more

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newport 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 Newport to Birkenhead.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 151 mi
  • Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Newport, Wales and Birkenhead, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Newport (S Wales) to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

Operators