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Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train

First train

06:09

Last train

13:36

Departure station

Ince (Manchester)

Arrival station

Kirkby (Merseyside)

Journey time

From 1h 4m

Distance

13 miles (20 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Merseyrail

Travelling from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train

Looking to travel from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 1 hour 18 minutes to travel from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 4 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 13 miles (20 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Kirkby (Merseyside), as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. Merseyrail are the main train operator on this route and will whisk you to Kirkby (Merseyside) in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

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

The fastest journey time by train from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) is 1 hour and 4 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside)?

No, there are no direct train services from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside). Travelling from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) leave?

The first train from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) leaves at 06:09. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) leave?

The last train from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) leaves at 13:36. 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 Ince (Manchester) and Kirkby (Merseyside) by train?

Trains travelling from Ince (Manchester) to Kirkby (Merseyside) cover a distance of around 13 miles (20 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Ince (Manchester).

Cheap train tickets from Ince (Manchester) 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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