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.
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.

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No, there is no direct train from Newport to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) station and arriving at Chester station via Chester station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Newport to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.
Newport to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.
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The distance between Newport and Birkenhead is 200.8 km. The road distance is 241 km.
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.