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Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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18

train journeys
per day

196

miles (316 kms)

5hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

06:41 / 23:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (4 or 9 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Colchester Town (CET) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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

The distance by rail from Colchester Town to Birkenhead North is approximately 196 miles (316 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 35 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Birkenhead North.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester Town to Birkenhead North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 12 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Colchester Town to Birkenhead North

Journeys from Colchester Town to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:41
    5 hrs 51 mins4 changes
    12:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:35
    5 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    13:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:00
    5 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    14:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:00
    5 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    15:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:35
    5 hrs 12 mins4 changes
    15:47
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:00
    5 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    16:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:00
    5 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    17:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:00
    5 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    18:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:35
    5 hrs 57 mins4 changes - overtaken train
    19:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    13:44
    5 hrs 48 mins5 changes
    19:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:35
    5 hrs 57 mins4 changes - overtaken train
    20:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    14:44
    5 hrs 48 mins5 changes
    20:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:00
    5 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    21:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    16:56
    5 hrs 36 mins5 changes
    22:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    17:44
    5 hrs 48 mins5 changes
    23:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    19:08
    11 hrs 24 mins5 changes
    06:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    22:44
    10 hrs 33 mins9 changes
    09:17
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    23:00
    11 hrs 32 mins5 changes
    10:32
    Colchester Town
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester Town to Birkenhead North

About Colchester Town Station

Station name Colchester Town (CET)
AddressColchester Town station, St. Botolphs Circus, Colchester, Essex, CO2 7EF
Managed byLE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:10 - 20:15
Saturday 07:00 - 18:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Birkenhead North Station

Station name Birkenhead North (BKN)
AddressBirkenhead North station, Station Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 7AZ
Managed byME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 05:49 - 00:17
Tuesday 05:49 - 00:17
Wednesday 05:49 - 00:17
Thursday 05:49 - 00:17
Friday 05:49 - 00:17
Saturday 05:49 - 00:17
Sunday 07:49 - 00:17
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Colchester Town and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Colchester Town and Birkenhead North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 35 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester Town and Birkenhead North 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 06:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:07.

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

Amenities on trains between Colchester Town and Birkenhead North can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Colchester Town & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Abellio Greater Anglia, London Overground, West Midlands Trains, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester Town and Birkenhead North.

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