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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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30

train journeys
per day

155

miles (250 kms)

4hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

05:15 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 8 changes)

14

operators run

14

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 30 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 30 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Birkenhead Central is approximately 155 miles (250 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 12 mins.

Merseyrail, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, West Midlands Trains, GWR, East Midlands Railway, Great Northern, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink, CrossCountry, First TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Birkenhead Central.

There are 14 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 51 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Cambridge to Birkenhead Central

Journeys from Cambridge to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    10:07
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:57
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:07
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:10
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:51
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:57
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:22
    5 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    12:51
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:00
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    13:21
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:19
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    13:51
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:00
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:13
    5 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    14:51
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:14
    5 hrs 7 mins 4 changes
    15:21
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:00
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    16:21
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:21
    5 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:00
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:21
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:53
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    17:51
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:00
    4 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    17:51
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:20
    5 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    18:51
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:53
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:35
    5 hrs 17 mins 5 changes
    19:52
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:00
    5 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    20:04
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:20
    5 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    20:52
    Cambridge
    Birkenhead Central
    Cambridge to Birkenhead Central

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
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 Cambridge and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Cambridge and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 30 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge 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 Cambridge & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 30 possible journeys which require a change.

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