This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to London Waterloo

Find the cheapest fares to London Waterloo by splitting your tickets

27

train journeys
per day

178

miles (287 kms)

3hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 00:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to London Waterloo

Buy tickets from Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo. Explore the list of all train routes from Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

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

The distance by rail from Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo is approximately 178 miles (287 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 40 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and London Waterloo.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    3 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    09:10
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:19
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    09:37
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:10
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:12
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    11:38
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    15:12
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    15:38
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:19
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    16:39
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    17:12
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    17:38
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    18:10
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    18:38
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    19:10
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:19
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    20:10
    Birkenhead Central
    London Waterloo
    Birkenhead Central to London Waterloo

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

About London Waterloo Station

Station name London Waterloo (WAT)
Address London Waterloo station, Station Approach, London, Greater London., SE1 8SW
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 23:15
Saturday 05:30 - 23:15
Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead Central and London Waterloo

The travel time between Birkenhead Central and London Waterloo by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead Central and London Waterloo 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 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

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

Amenities on trains between Birkenhead Central and London Waterloo can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Birkenhead Central and London Waterloo. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to London Waterloo, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkenhead Central & London Waterloo. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and London Waterloo.

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