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Trains from Bedford to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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31

train journeys
per day

137

miles (220 kms)

3hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

03:15 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

8

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Bedford to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Bedford and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bedford to Birkenhead Central is approximately 137 miles (220 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 42 mins.

Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Birkenhead Central.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bedford to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 41 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Bedford to Birkenhead Central

Journeys from Bedford to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 24th Jun
    03:15
    5 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    09:07
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:10
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    06:26
    3 hrs 41 mins 5 changes
    10:07
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:10
    3 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    07:11
    3 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    11:07
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:08
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:10
    4 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    12:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    08:30
    4 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    13:21
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:17
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    09:56
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    14:21
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:47
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    14:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    10:56
    4 hrs 25 mins 4 changes
    15:21
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    11:47
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    12:47
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    16:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:47
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    13:56
    4 hrs 11 mins 5 changes
    18:07
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:47
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:29
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    14:56
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    19:22
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:47
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    19:37
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 24th Jun
    15:56
    4 hrs 8 mins 5 changes
    20:04
    Bedford
    Birkenhead Central
    Bedford to Birkenhead Central

About Bedford Station

Station name Bedford (BDM)
Address Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 21:00
Saturday 05:45 - 21:00
Sunday 07:15 - 21:15
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Birkenhead Central Station

Station name Birkenhead Central (BKC)
Address Birkenhead Central station, Argyle Street South, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 9DB
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:07
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:07
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:07
Thursday 05:32 - 00:07
Friday 05:32 - 00:07
Saturday 05:32 - 00:07
Sunday 07:34 - 00:07
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bedford and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Bedford and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 42 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bedford and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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Amenities on trains between Bedford and Birkenhead Central can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bedford & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Thameslink, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Bedford and Birkenhead Central.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Bedford and Birkenhead Central, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.