What is the cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Birtley?

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Birtley is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Liverpool to Birtley?

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Birtley is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Birtley?

No, there is no direct train from Liverpool to Birtley. However, there are services departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Gateshead via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Liverpool to Birtley?

The distance between Liverpool and Birtley is 189 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

How do I travel from Liverpool to Birtley without a car?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Birtley without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Liverpool to Birtley?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Liverpool to Birtley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Birtley train from?

Liverpool to Birtley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or fly from Liverpool to Birtley?

The best way to get from Liverpool to Birtley is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £160 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the Liverpool to Birtley train arrive?

Liverpool to Birtley train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Birtley is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Liverpool to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 1930+ hotels available in Birtley.

Liverpool to Birtley - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Liverpool to Birtley by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
4h 6m
£66–112
Drive 146.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Liverpool to Birtleycar 146.5 mi
2h 55m
£37–53
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LPL - NCL
5h 18m
£70–152
Bus to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Airport The Stationbus
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Newcastle (NCL)plane MAN - NCL
6h 11m
£56–181

Liverpool to Birtley by train, subway, and bus

124Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.2 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Liverpool, England and Birtley, Gateshead, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 31m. Alternatively, easyJet, Ryanair, and Aer Lingus fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Newcastle (NCL) twice daily.

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