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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Helsby is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Helsby is to drive which takes 26 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Helsby?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead to Helsby. However, there are services departing from Grange Road East and arriving at Smithy Lane via Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Helsby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Helsby. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Helsby?

The distance between Birkenhead and Helsby is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Helsby without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Helsby takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Helsby bus from?

Birkenhead to Helsby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Grange Road East station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Helsby train from?

Birkenhead to Helsby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Helsby?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Helsby is to train which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and line 2 bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Helsby bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Helsby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Helsby train arrive?

Birkenhead to Helsby train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Helsby station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Helsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Helsby is 19 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Birkenhead to Helsby.

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

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Where can I stay near Helsby?

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Birkenhead to Helsby - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and line 2 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Birkenhead to Helsby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Helsbytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
32 min
£7–14
Line 1 bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grange Road East to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchangebus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Smithy Lanebus 2
1h 56m
£4–7
Drive 18.8 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Helsbycar 18.8 mi
26 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Helsbytaxi 18.8 mi
26 min
£40–55

Birkenhead to Helsby by train

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Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Helsby hourly. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grange Road East to Smithy Lane via Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange in around 1h 56m.

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