Bus Routes & Travel

Sunday Times Schools Guide 2025 - Independent Secondary School of the Year North West

The School operates a number of bus services to the School which use School minibuses and School drivers.  

The map below provides an indication of the current bus routes in operation. Routes are updated according to demand and are managed by Vectare.

If you would like to discuss travel options from areas not currently served by our network, please contact Mrs Sue Davis, enquire@birkenheadschool.co.uk who will be pleased to assist.

Current School Bus Routes – Wirral / Cheshire / Liverpool

FREE Transport for Liverpool Students

We are delighted to announce that we are offering free transport for Liverpool-based families.

From September 2026, free transport will be provided for:

  • All primary aged pupils for the duration of their education in Prep
  • New entrants into Seniors (Year 7 to Upper Sixth) who will benefit from a year of free transport.

Please contact Ms Julie Hopper in Seniors Admissions to register your interest and find out more.

NEW Chester Bus Service – Starting September 2025

From September 2025, we will be operating a Chester Express Bus Service, picking up from Chester Rugby Club. For more information, please contact Mrs Sue Davies at enquire@birkenheadschool.co.uk.

Public Bus Routes

In addition to the above there are a number of public school bus services that operate across Wirral and Chester and provide easy travel options to and from Birkenhead School.

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FREE Rail Travel for New Sixth Form Students

We’re delighted to offer FREE rail travel for students wishing to join our Sixth Form from September 2025.

Contact Information

Mrs Sue Davis
Email enquire@birkenheadschool.co.uk
Phone Number: 0151 652 4014

Prep Open Morning

Located just 15 minutes from Liverpool city centre, and with more families than ever from South Liverpool choosing Birkenhead School, we are ensuring that families across the Mersey can easily access our exceptional education and wide-ranging opportunities with FREE Travel for Liverpool families.

Find out More

Prep Open Morning – Friday 14th October – 6-8pm

Discover the breadth of opportunities on offer which allow your child to develop their abilities, discover passions and fulfil their potential whilst enjoying the benefit of a caring environment where each student is known and benefits from smaller classes and excellent pastoral care. Register your attendance today!

OPEN EVENTS