What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Accrington?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Accrington is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Accrington?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Accrington is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Liverpool, Liverpool One and arriving at Warner Street via Charlotte Street and Printworks. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Accrington via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Accrington?

The distance between Birkenhead and Accrington is 52 miles. The road distance is 48.6 miles.

How do I travel from Birkenhead to Accrington without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Accrington without a car is to train via Preston which takes 1h 52m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead to Accrington?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Birkenhead to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Accrington bus from?

Birkenhead to Accrington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Accrington train from?

Birkenhead to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Accrington?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Accrington is to train via Preston which takes 1h 52m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 22m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Accrington bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Accrington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Accrington train arrive?

Birkenhead to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Accrington is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Birkenhead to Accrington.

How do I get a train ticket from Birkenhead to Accrington?

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There are 5 ways to get from Birkenhead to Accrington by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain Preston - Colne / ...
1h 52m
£19–38
Drive 48.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Accringtoncar 48.3 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Printworks to Warner Streetbus X41
3h 22m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Accringtontaxi 48.3 mi
1h 2m
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Accringtontrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn
3h 24m
£30–55

Birkenhead to Accrington by train

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Distance: 52.1 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Accrington via Preston in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Warner Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Printworks in around 3h 22m.

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