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Birchwood to Orrell by train

First train

07:01

Last train

17:44

Departure station

Birchwood

Arrival station

Orrell

Journey time

From 1h 37m

Distance

11 miles (18 km)

Frequency

3 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Merseyrail

Take the train from Birchwood to Orrell in 1 hour 37 minutes

If you want to travel from Birchwood to Orrell by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Birchwood to Orrell by train to take around 1 hour 56 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 37 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 3 trains per day running on this route, which spans 11 miles (18 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Orrell. You can travel on this route with either TransPennine Express or Merseyrail trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Birchwood to Orrell are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Birchwood to Orrell

Want to know more about your journey from Birchwood to Orrell? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Orrell from Birchwood?

To travel to Orrell from Birchwood, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 1 hour and 56 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 37 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Birchwood to Orrell?

Trains from Birchwood to Orrell take an average of 1 hour and 56 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 37 minutes. You'll usually find 3 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Birchwood and Orrell by train?

The quickest journey time between Birchwood and Orrell by train is 1 hour and 37 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Birchwood to Orrell?

No, there are no direct trains running from Birchwood to Orrell, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Birchwood to Orrell

Book in advance

Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.

Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Birchwood to Orrell is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

Split your tickets

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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