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Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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27

train journeys
per day

48

miles (77 kms)

1hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

05:31 / 00:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Shrewsbury (SHR) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Shrewsbury and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central is approximately 48 miles (77 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 9 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 33 mins.

Journeys from Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:31
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    07:34
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:57
    1 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    07:56
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:26
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    09:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:25
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    10:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:26
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    11:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:54
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:49
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:25
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    12:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:53
    1 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    12:49
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:30
    1 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    13:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:25
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    14:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:51
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:49
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:26
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    15:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:54
    1 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:26
    1 hrs 37 mins 1 change
    16:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:28
    1 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    17:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:57
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:25
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    18:03
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:28
    1 hrs 36 mins 1 change
    19:04
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:26
    1 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    20:04
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:10
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    21:04
    Shrewsbury
    Birkenhead Central
    Shrewsbury to Birkenhead Central

About Shrewsbury Station

Station name Shrewsbury (SHR)
Address Shrewsbury station, Castle Foregate, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 2DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 20:40
Saturday 05:20 - 19:40
Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

The travel time between Shrewsbury and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shrewsbury and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:35.

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Amenities on trains between Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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