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Trains from Penarth (PEN) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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28

train journeys
per day

136

miles (219 kms)

4hrs 32 mins

fastest journey

06:05 / 23:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Penarth (PEN) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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On a typical weekday there are 28 scheduled rail journeys between Penarth and Birkenhead North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 28 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Penarth to Birkenhead North is approximately 136 miles (219 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 19 mins.

Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Penarth and Birkenhead North.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Penarth to Birkenhead North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 32 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Penarth to Birkenhead North

Journeys from Penarth to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:05
    4 hrs 42 mins4 changes
    10:47
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    06:50
    4 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    11:22
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:20
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    12:07
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    07:50
    4 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    12:47
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:20
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    13:07
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    08:50
    4 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    13:22
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:20
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    14:07
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    09:50
    4 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    14:47
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:20
    4 hrs 47 mins4 changes
    15:07
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    10:50
    4 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    15:22
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:20
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    16:07
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    11:50
    4 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    16:47
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:20
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    17:07
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    12:50
    4 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    17:22
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:20
    4 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    18:07
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    13:50
    4 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    18:47
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    14:20
    4 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    19:02
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    14:50
    4 hrs 32 mins3 changes
    19:22
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    15:20
    4 hrs 57 mins3 changes
    20:17
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th Jan
    15:50
    4 hrs 42 mins3 changes
    20:32
    Penarth
    Birkenhead North
    Penarth to Birkenhead North

About Penarth Station

Station name Penarth (PEN)
AddressPenarth station, Stanwell Road, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 3DQ
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 08:00 - 13:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 13:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 13:30
Thursday 08:00 - 13:30
Friday 08:00 - 13:30
Saturday 08:00 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
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 Penarth and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Penarth and Birkenhead North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 32 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Penarth and Birkenhead North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 28 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:49.

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

Amenities on trains between Penarth 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 Penarth & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 28 possible journeys which require a change.

Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, GWR, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Penarth and Birkenhead North.

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