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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Birkenhead is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Birkenhead is to fly and train which takes 4h 3m and costs £85 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Southampton to Birkenhead?

The distance between Southampton and Birkenhead is 233 miles. The road distance is 212.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Southampton to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Birkenhead bus from?

Southampton to Birkenhead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Birkenhead train from?

Southampton to Birkenhead train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Southampton to Birkenhead is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h, you could also fly, which costs £85 - £240 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Southampton to Birkenhead bus arrive?

Southampton to Birkenhead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Birkenhead train arrive?

Southampton to Birkenhead train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Birkenhead is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Southampton to Birkenhead.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

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Southampton to Birkenhead - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 45m
£106–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk021 / ...
7h
£36–78
Drive 211.6 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Birkenheadcar 211.6 mi
4h 31m
£53–76
Fly Southampton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
4h 3m
£86–213
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 50m
£104–200
Fly Southampton Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)plane SOU - LPL
5h 25m
£88–237
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
5h 47m
£107–349

Southampton to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 232.1 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Liverpool Lime Street via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Birmingham Coach Station and Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 7h.

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