Buckley to Birkenhead Central by train
| First train | 06:43 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:18 | |
| Departure station | Buckley | |
| Arrival station | Birkenhead Central | |
| Journey time | From 1h 8m | |
| Distance | 16 miles (25 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central in 1 hour 8 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 23 minutes to travel the 16 miles (25 km) from Buckley to Birkenhead Central by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Transport for Wales or Merseyrail, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Book train tickets from Buckley to Birkenhead Central in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Birkenhead Central by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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