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Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train

First train

04:49

Last train

21:04

Departure station

Hartford (Cheshire)

Arrival station

Kirkby (Merseyside)

Journey time

From 1h 10m

Distance

22 miles (36 km)

Frequency

2 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

How to travel from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside)? Look no further.

You'll usually find 2 trains per day running between Hartford (Cheshire) and Kirkby (Merseyside), which usually take 3 hours 16 minutes to complete the 22 miles (36 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 10 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Both Transport for Wales and Merseyrail trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Kirkby (Merseyside)? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) take?

The average journey time by train between Hartford (Cheshire) and Kirkby (Merseyside) is 3 hours and 16 minutes, with around 2 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Hartford (Cheshire) and Kirkby (Merseyside) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside)?

No, there are no direct train services from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside). Travelling from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) leave?

The first train from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) leaves at 04:49. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) leave?

The last train from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) leaves at 21:04. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Hartford (Cheshire) and Kirkby (Merseyside) by train?

Trains travelling from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside) cover a distance of around 22 miles (36 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Hartford (Cheshire) to Kirkby (Merseyside)

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† 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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