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Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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19

train journeys
per day

132

miles (212 kms)

3hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

07:04 / 23:53

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Queen Street and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central is approximately 132 miles (212 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 52 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Birkenhead Central.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:04
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:37
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    11:49
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:37
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:07
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    13:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:42
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    14:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:37
    4 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:12
    3 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:42
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:07
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:42
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:12
    3 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    19:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:07
    3 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    20:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:59
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    21:04
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:37
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    21:52
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:12
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    22:34
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:29
    4 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    23:34
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:42
    9 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    05:47
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:42
    8 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    06:30
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:50
    9 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    09:03
    Cardiff Queen Street
    Birkenhead Central
    Cardiff Queen Street to Birkenhead Central

About Cardiff Queen Street Station

Station name Cardiff Queen Street (CDQ)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Cardiff Queen Street and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Cardiff Queen Street and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Queen Street and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:04, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:53.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Queen Street 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 Cardiff Queen Street & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Queen Street and Birkenhead Central.

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