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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Birkenhead is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darlington and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Darlington to Birkenhead?

The distance between Darlington and Birkenhead is 148 miles. The road distance is 123.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £50 - £95.

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

The train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Street takes 2h 56m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Birkenhead bus from?

Darlington to Birkenhead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Birkenhead train from?

Darlington to Birkenhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Darlington to Birkenhead is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Darlington to Birkenhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Darlington to Birkenhead train arrive?

Darlington to Birkenhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Birkenhead is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Darlington to Birkenhead.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Darlington to Birkenhead?

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

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There are 3 ways to get from Darlington to Birkenhead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 56m
£50–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
4h 46m
£25–61
Drive 122.5 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Birkenheadcar 122.5 mi
2h 33m
£30–44

Darlington to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 146.8 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Darlington to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 46m.

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