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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Birkenhead is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Birkenhead is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Birkenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Birkenhead. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Swansea to Birkenhead?

The distance between Swansea and Birkenhead is 220 miles. The road distance is 156.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Swansea to Birkenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Birkenhead train from?

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

Where does the Swansea to Birkenhead train arrive?

Swansea to Birkenhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Birkenhead is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Swansea to Birkenhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

There are 2641+ hotels available in Birkenhead.

Swansea to Birkenhead - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Swansea to Birkenhead by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
4h 33m
£73–128
Drive 156 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Birkenheadcar 156 mi
3h 35m
£39–56
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Swansea to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Chestertrain Birmingham International - Llandudno Junction / ...
6h 17m
£65–107

Swansea to Birkenhead by train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.7 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Birkenhead, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Liverpool Lime Street via Crewe in around 4h 33m.

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