What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birkdale?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Birkdale is to bus via Wigan Rail Stations which costs £4 - £7 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Birkdale?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Birkdale is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Birkdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Birkdale. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Selworthy Road via Bus Station and Southport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Birkdale?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Birkdale. However, there are services departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Hillside via Liverpool Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Manchester to Birkdale?

The distance between Manchester and Birkdale is 49 miles. The road distance is 41.7 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Birkdale without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Birkdale without a car is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 1h 31m and costs £20 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Birkdale?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Manchester to Birkdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Birkdale bus from?

Manchester to Birkdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Birkdale train from?

Manchester to Birkdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Birkdale?

The best way to get from Manchester to Birkdale is to train via Liverpool Central which takes 1h 31m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Manchester to Birkdale bus arrive?

Manchester to Birkdale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Birkdale train arrive?

Manchester to Birkdale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Birkdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Birkdale is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Manchester to Birkdale.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Birkdale?

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Where can I stay near Birkdale?

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Manchester to Birkdale - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Birkdale by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train via Liverpool Central
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central to Hillsidetrain Liverpool Central - Southport / ...
1h 31m
£20–43
Bus via Wigan Rail Stations
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to Duke Streetbus 375 / ...
3h 48m
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Southport Interchangebus X2
2h 24m
£8–13
Drive 41.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Birkdalecar 41.5 mi
57 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Birkdaletaxi 41.5 mi
57 min
£90–110
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Southporttrain Stalybridge - Southport / ...
1h 34m
£16–29

Manchester to Birkdale by train and foot

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Birkdale, Sefton, England?

You can take a train from Manchester Victoria to Hillside via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Selworthy Road via Bus Station and Southport Interchange in around 2h 24m.

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