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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Birkenhead is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sunderland Interchange and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Birkenhead?

The distance between Sunderland and Birkenhead is 191 miles. The road distance is 151.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Sunderland to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Birkenhead bus from?

Sunderland to Birkenhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sunderland Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Birkenhead train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sunderland to Birkenhead?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Birkenhead is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 20m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Sunderland to Birkenhead bus arrive?

Sunderland to Birkenhead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Sunderland to Birkenhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunderland to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Birkenhead is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Sunderland to Birkenhead.

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

Book your Sunderland to Birkenhead train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Sunderland to Birkenhead bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

There are 2645+ hotels available in Birkenhead.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Birkenhead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
4h 2m
£65–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Uk930
5h 20m
£20–35
Drive 151 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Birkenheadcar 151 mi
3h 6m
£37–54
Fly
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NCL - LPL
5h 8m
£58–147
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
5h 44m
£31–74

Sunderland to Birkenhead by train

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Distance: 189.8 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool One once daily. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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