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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Kirkby is to bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Kirkby is to train which takes 16 min and costs £4 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Kirkby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Queen Square Bus Station station and arriving at Kirkby Bus Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Kirkby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Moorfields and arriving at Kirkby. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Kirkby?

The distance between Birkenhead and Kirkby is 7 miles. The road distance is 10.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Kirkby without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £4 - £9.

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

The train from Moorfields to Kirkby takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Kirkby bus from?

Birkenhead to Kirkby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Queen Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Kirkby train from?

Birkenhead to Kirkby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Moorfields station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Kirkby?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Kirkby is to train which takes 16 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Birkenhead to Kirkby bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Kirkby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Kirkby Bus Station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Kirkby train arrive?

Birkenhead to Kirkby train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Kirkby station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Kirkby?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Kirkby is 10 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Birkenhead to Kirkby.

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

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Where can I stay near Kirkby?

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Birkenhead to Kirkby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moorfields to Kirkbytrain Liverpool Central - Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane
16 min
£4–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Stationbus 19 / ...
48 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Kirkbytaxi 10.2 mi
21 min
£24–29
Drive 10.2 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Kirkbycar 10.2 mi
21 min
£3–4

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Distance: 7.1 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Birkenhead, England and Kirkby, Knowsley, England?

Merseyrail operates a train from Moorfields to Kirkby every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Kirkby Bus Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 48 min. Arriva UK also services this route once daily.

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