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Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)

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22

train journeys
per day

128

miles (206 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 00:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead Central and Port Talbot Parkway , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway is approximately 128 miles (206 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 57 mins.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, GWR, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and Port Talbot Parkway.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:52
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:24
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:22
    4 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    12:10
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:52
    4 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    12:38
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:49
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    13:31
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:37
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    14:09
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:52
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    14:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:52
    4 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:37
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    15:48
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:52
    4 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    16:37
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:52
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    17:43
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:22
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    18:13
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:52
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:52
    4 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    19:33
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:37
    4 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    20:12
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:52
    4 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    20:19
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:52
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:37
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    22:13
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:49
    5 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    23:05
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:37
    5 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    00:32
    Birkenhead Central
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Port Talbot Parkway

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 Port Talbot Parkway Station

Station name Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
Address Port Talbot Parkway station, Heilbronn Way, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot, SA13 1UR
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 18:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead Central and Port Talbot Parkway

The travel time between Birkenhead Central and Port Talbot Parkway by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead Central and Port Talbot Parkway vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkenhead Central & Port Talbot Parkway. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, GWR, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and Port Talbot Parkway.

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