What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to West Kirby?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to West Kirby is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead to West Kirby?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to West Kirby is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and West Kirby?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Exmouth Street and arriving at West Kirby Interchange. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and West Kirby?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birkenhead Hamilton Square and arriving at West Kirby. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to West Kirby?

The distance between Birkenhead and West Kirby is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birkenhead to West Kirby without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to West Kirby without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead to West Kirby?

The train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to West Kirby takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to West Kirby bus from?

Birkenhead to West Kirby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Exmouth Street station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to West Kirby train from?

Birkenhead to West Kirby train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Birkenhead Hamilton Square station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to West Kirby?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to West Kirby is to train which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Birkenhead to West Kirby bus arrive?

Birkenhead to West Kirby bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at West Kirby Interchange station.

Where does the Birkenhead to West Kirby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birkenhead to West Kirby?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to West Kirby is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Birkenhead to West Kirby.

How do I get a train ticket from Birkenhead to West Kirby?

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Where can I stay near West Kirby?

There are 2594+ hotels available in West Kirby.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to West Kirbytrain West Kirby - West Kirby / ...
27 min
£5–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exmouth Street to West Kirby Interchangebus 407 / ...
36 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to West Kirbytaxi 8.8 mi
20 min
£21–26
Drive 8.8 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to West Kirbycar 8.8 mi
20 min
£3–4

Birkenhead to West Kirby by train

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Distance: 8.6 mi
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Birkenhead, England and West Kirby, England?

Merseyrail operates a train from Birkenhead Hamilton Square to West Kirby every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £5–11 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Exmouth Street to West Kirby Interchange every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 36 min. Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire also services this route hourly.

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