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Buckley to Birkenhead Central by train

First train

05:43

Last train

21:27

Departure station

Buckley

Arrival station

Birkenhead Central

Journey time

From 1h 7m

Distance

16 miles (25 km)

Frequency

6 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Taking the train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central in 1 hour 7 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 29 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 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 6 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Buckley to Birkenhead Central? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central take?

The average journey time by train between Buckley and Birkenhead Central is 1 hour and 29 minutes, with around 6 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Buckley and Birkenhead Central by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central is 1 hour and 7 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central?

No, there are no direct train services from Buckley to Birkenhead Central. Travelling from Buckley to Birkenhead Central by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central leave?

The first train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central leaves at 05:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central leave?

The last train from Buckley to Birkenhead Central leaves at 21:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Buckley and Birkenhead Central by train?

Trains travelling from Buckley to Birkenhead Central cover a distance of around 16 miles (25 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Birkenhead Central to Buckley.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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