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What is the best way to travel from Edinburgh to Birkenhead?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Flights to Birkenhead from Edinburgh. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
3h 54m
£63
£74
6
Flight
3h 15m
£36
£101
30

What is the cheapest way to reach Birkenhead from Edinburgh?

You can reach Birkenhead with just £36 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £50
Saturday
from £63
Sunday
from £63
Monday
from £39
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £42
Thursday
from £36

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Ryanair
    11h 5m
    0
    12:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £50
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 5m
    0
    08:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £107
  • Jet2.com
    10h 30m
    0
    07:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £108
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £233
  • Loganair
    15h 50m
    0
    18:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £287

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Ryanair
    5h 55m
    0
    11:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £63
  • R Airlines
    4h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £83
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 50m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £116
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £120
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 15m
    0
    18:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £140

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 54m
    0
    10:13
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    14:07
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £63
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:12
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    16:37
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £70
  • ScotRail
    5h 52m
    0
    08:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    13:52
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £79
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 31m
    0
    10:51
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    15:22
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £79
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 1m
    0
    12:51
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    17:52
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £79
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Ryanair
    12h 5m
    0
    12:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    00:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £76
  • Buzz
    5h 30m
    0
    08:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £107
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 30m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £108
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 15m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £118
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    7h 0m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £189

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Ryanair
    17h 40m
    0
    05:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £39
  • Ryanair
    8h 5m
    0
    06:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £49
  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    06:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £58
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 5m
    0
    11:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £78
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 55m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £85

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Ryanair
    28h 10m
    0
    12:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £42
  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 35m
    0
    11:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £58
  • Aer Lingus
    5h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £73
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 10m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £134
  • Loganair
    13h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £255

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 10m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £36
  • R Airlines
    4h 10m
    0
    15:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £46
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 15m
    0
    11:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £49
  • Ryanair
    5h 45m
    0
    07:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £59
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 10m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £64

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Birkenhead?

You can get to Birkenhead from Edinburgh in just 3h 15m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 3h 50m
Saturday
from 3h 15m
Sunday
from 3h 15m
Monday
from 3h 50m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 4h 35m
Thursday
from 4h 10m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    3h 50m
    0
    15:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £233
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 5m
    0
    08:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £107
  • Jet2.com
    10h 30m
    0
    07:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Jet2.com
    Economy
    from £108
  • Ryanair
    11h 5m
    0
    12:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £50
  • Loganair
    15h 50m
    0
    18:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £287

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 15m
    0
    18:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    21:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £140
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    4h 5m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £120
  • R Airlines
    4h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    10:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £83
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 50m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £116
  • Ryanair
    5h 55m
    0
    11:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £63

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 15m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    11:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £118
  • Buzz
    5h 30m
    0
    08:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    14:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Buzz
    Economy
    from £107
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    7h 0m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £189
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 30m
    0
    07:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £108
  • Ryanair
    12h 5m
    0
    12:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    00:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £76
  • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 54m
    0
    10:13
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    14:07
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £63
  • TransPennine Express
    4h 25m
    0
    12:12
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    16:37
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £70
  • Avanti West Coast
    4h 31m
    0
    10:51
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    15:22
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £79
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 1m
    0
    12:51
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    17:52
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £79
  • ScotRail
    5h 52m
    0
    08:00
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    13:52
    Birkenhead
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £79

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • EasyJet Airline
    3h 50m
    0
    06:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    09:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £58
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 55m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £85
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 5m
    0
    11:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £78
  • Ryanair
    8h 5m
    0
    06:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £49
  • Ryanair
    17h 40m
    0
    05:50
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    23:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £39

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • EasyJet Airline
    4h 35m
    0
    11:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £58
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 10m
    0
    13:35
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £134
  • Aer Lingus
    5h 40m
    0
    12:00
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    17:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £73
  • Loganair
    13h 10m
    0
    18:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    07:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £255
  • Ryanair
    28h 10m
    0
    12:30
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    16:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £42

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • R Airlines
    4h 10m
    0
    15:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    19:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    R Airlines
    Economy
    from £46
  • Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    5h 10m
    0
    08:20
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Eastern Air Lines (2011)
    Economy
    from £64
  • Ryanair
    5h 45m
    0
    07:45
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    13:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £59
  • EasyJet Airline
    6h 15m
    0
    11:55
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    18:10
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £49
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 10m
    0
    07:05
    Edinburgh Airport
    Edinburgh Airport
    15:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £36
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Edinburgh to Birkenhead

What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Birkenhead?

In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from Waverley Train Station, Haymarket Coach Stop or Princes Street, while in Birkenhead you will be arriving at Upton Train Station, Europa Boulevard or Hamilton Square, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Birkenhead from Edinburgh? With 5 connections between 3 Train and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Edinburgh and Birkenhead, you can pay as low as £36 with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from EasyJet Airline: you will get to Birkenhead in just 3h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Edinburgh and Birkenhead are EasyJet Airline, Ryanair and Eastern Air Lines (2011), but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Edinburgh and Birkenhead is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Broomhouse or to Liverpool, and look at flights from Edinburgh Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Edinburgh to Birkenhead?

The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Birkenhead, are EasyJet Airline, Ryanair and Eastern Air Lines (2011). Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and ScotRail

Airlines: EasyJet Airline, Ryanair, Eastern Air Lines (2011) and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Edinburgh to Birkenhead

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Edinburgh to Birkenhead. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Edinburgh to Birkenhead

How can I reach Birkenhead from Edinburgh?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Flight, with which you can get to Birkenhead from Edinburgh.

How far is Birkenhead from Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Birkenhead is 285.2 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Edinburgh and Birkenhead?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 48 kgs, and a flight 70 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Edinburgh to Birkenhead?

You can get to Birkenhead with just £36 by taking a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Birkenhead in just 3h 15m with a Flight from EasyJet Airline.

More routes to Edinburgh and to Birkenhead

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Edinburgh and to Birkenhead. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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