Looking across the platform at Wrexham station along the Borderlands Line

History and heritage

Borderlands Line

Bidston – Wrexham Central

Explore this picturesque line that links Wales and the Wirral with 27 miles of railway.

Travel from Bidston, with its historic observatory and lighthouse, across stunning countryside crossing one of Wales’ great rivers, the River Dee, before arriving at the bustling town of Wrexham.

From walking through historic countryside or exploring the area’s rich heritage you’ll find a magnificent range of days out just waiting to be discovered.

Discover how you can explore Wales by public transport for safe, sustainable, scenic journeys with Wales on Rails here.

About this line

Route

Bidston – Wrexham Central

Journey time

1 hr

Cost

Off-peak day single from £8.40

Distance

27 miles | 43.5 km

Stations on this line:

  • Bidston
  • Upton
  • Heswall
  • Neston
  • Hawarden Bridge
  • Shotton
  • Hawarden
  • Buckley
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