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Trains from Shawfair (SFI) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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18

train journeys
per day

174

miles (281 kms)

4hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

06:32 / 23:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Shawfair (SFI) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Shawfair and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shawfair to Birkenhead Central is approximately 174 miles (281 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 2 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Shawfair and Birkenhead Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shawfair to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Shawfair to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:32
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    12:21
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:33
    4 hrs 56 mins 4 changes
    12:29
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:00
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:51
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:31
    5 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:32
    4 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    14:29
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:08
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    14:51
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:32
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    16:21
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:32
    4 hrs 57 mins 4 changes
    16:29
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:01
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    16:51
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:34
    4 hrs 55 mins 4 changes
    18:29
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:03
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    18:51
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:30
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    20:07
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:01
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    20:52
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:33
    5 hrs 4 mins 4 changes
    22:37
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:04
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    22:52
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:32
    10 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    05:47
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    20:04
    12 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    08:22
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:02
    10 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Shawfair
    Birkenhead Central
    Shawfair to Birkenhead Central

About Shawfair Station

Station name Shawfair (SFI)
Address Shawfair station, 9 Harelaw, off Old Carighall Road, near Dalkeith, Midlothian, EH22 1SB
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Shawfair and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Shawfair and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shawfair and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:32, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:19.

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

Amenities on trains between Shawfair 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 Shawfair & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Shawfair and Birkenhead Central.

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