What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Aintree?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Aintree is to bus and line 345 bus which costs £14 - £23 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Aintree?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Aintree is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Aintree?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Aintree Racecourse. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Old Roan via Liverpool South Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Aintree?

The distance between Birmingham and Aintree is 94 miles. The road distance is 96.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Aintree without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Aintree without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Aintree?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Birmingham to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Aintree bus from?

Birmingham to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Aintree train from?

Birmingham to Aintree train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Aintree?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Aintree is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £28 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Birmingham to Aintree bus arrive?

Birmingham to Aintree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Racecourse station.

Where does the Birmingham to Aintree train arrive?

Birmingham to Aintree train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Liverpool South Parkway station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Aintree is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Birmingham to Aintree.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Aintree?

Book your Birmingham to Aintree train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Aintree?

There are 2435+ hotels available in Aintree.

Birmingham to Aintree - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 345 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Aintree by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool South Parkwaytrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Old Roantrain Hunts Cross - Ormskirk
2h 17m
£31–77
Bus, line 345 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Hailebury Avenuebus 345
3h 46m
£14–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aintree Racecoursebus Gn2
3h 45m
£16–28
Drive 96.2 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Aintreecar 96.2 mi
1h 42m
£24–35

Birmingham to Aintree by train

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Distance: 93.9 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Aintree, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Old Roan via Liverpool South Parkway in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aintree Racecourse once a week. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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