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Trains from Southend Stations to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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31

train journeys
per day

202

miles (325 kms)

4hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

04:30 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Southend Stations to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Stations and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Stations to Birkenhead Central is approximately 202 miles (325 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 29 mins.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, c2c, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Stations and Birkenhead Central.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Southend Stations to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    04:30
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:55
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    06:42
    4 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    11:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:16
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:49
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:58
    4 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    12:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:13
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    12:49
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:50
    4 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    13:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:51
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:11
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    14:49
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:51
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    15:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:11
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    15:49
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:51
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    16:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:51
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:11
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:51
    4 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    18:29
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:36
    4 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    19:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:51
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    19:37
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:11
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    20:04
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:35
    4 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    20:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:51
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    20:37
    Southend Victoria
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Victoria to Birkenhead Central

About Southend Stations Station

Station name Southend Stations (152)
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 Southend Stations and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Southend Stations and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Stations and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend 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 Southend Stations & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, c2c, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Stations and Birkenhead Central.

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