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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Birkenhead is 57 miles. The road distance is 56.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead without a car is to train via Chester which takes 1h 32m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Birkenhead train from?

Shrewsbury to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Birkenhead train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Birkenhead is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

There are 2636+ hotels available in Birkenhead.

Shrewsbury to Birkenhead - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead by train, bus, or car

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Train via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Birkenhead Hamilton Squaretrain Chester - Chester / ...
1h 32m
£23–41
Drive 55.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Birkenheadcar 55.8 mi
1h 14m
£14–20
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Grange Roadbus X1 / ...
2h 43m
£16–27
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Shrewsbury - Liverpool Lime Street
1h 49m
£23–40

Shrewsbury to Birkenhead by train

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 57 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Hamilton Square via Chester in around 1h 32m.

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