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Trains from Manchester Stations to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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40

train journeys
per day

32

miles (52 kms)

59 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 40 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 40 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Birkenhead Central is approximately 32 miles (52 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 24 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Birkenhead Central.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 59 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:30
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    06:52
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:21
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    07:22
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:21
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    08:22
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:41
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    08:59
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:21
    1 hrs 1 change
    09:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:41
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    09:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:21
    1 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:22
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:41
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:21
    1 hrs 1 change
    11:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:41
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    11:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:21
    1 hrs 1 change
    12:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:41
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    12:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:21
    1 hrs 1 change
    13:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:41
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    13:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:21
    1 hrs 1 change
    14:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:41
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:21
    1 hrs 1 change
    15:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:41
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    15:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:22
    59 mins 1 change
    16:21
    Manchester Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:41
    1 hrs 10 mins 1 change
    16:51
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Birkenhead Central
    Manchester Oxford Road to Birkenhead Central

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Liverpool Lime Street station, Lime Street, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 1JD
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Sunday 07:15 - 23:05
Monday to Friday 05:00 - 23:38
Saturday 05:00 - 23:38
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 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 Manchester Stations and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 40 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:24.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Birkenhead Central typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations 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 Manchester Stations & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 40 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Birkenhead Central.

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