This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Rainhill (RNH)

Find the cheapest fares to Rainhill by splitting your tickets

21

train journeys
per day

10

miles (17 kms)

39 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 00:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Rainhill (RNH)

Buy tickets from Birkenhead Central to Rainhill. Explore the list of all train routes from Birkenhead Central to Rainhill and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead Central and Rainhill , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead Central to Rainhill is approximately 10 miles (17 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 57 mins.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and Rainhill.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead Central to Rainhill. The fastest journey time on this route takes 39 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead Central to Rainhill Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    46 mins 1 change
    07:20
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    46 mins 1 change
    07:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    07:34
    48 mins 1 change
    08:22
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    08:42
    39 mins 1 change
    09:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    39 mins 1 change
    10:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    40 mins 1 change
    11:22
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    39 mins 1 change
    12:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    39 mins 1 change
    13:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    13:42
    39 mins 1 change
    14:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    39 mins 1 change
    15:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    39 mins 1 change
    16:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:04
    46 mins 1 change
    16:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    16:42
    39 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    39 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    18:42
    39 mins 1 change
    19:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    19:34
    47 mins 1 change
    20:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    20:49
    40 mins 1 change
    21:29
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    21:34
    47 mins 1 change
    22:21
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    22:34
    48 mins 1 change
    23:22
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill
  • Mon 6th May
    23:04
    47 mins 1 change
    23:51
    Birkenhead Central
    Rainhill
    Birkenhead Central to Rainhill

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 Rainhill Station

Station name Rainhill (RNH)
Address Rainhill station, Station Road, Rainhill, Merseyside, L35 0LL
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:00 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:00 - 23:50
Thursday 06:00 - 23:50
Friday 06:00 - 23:50
Saturday 06:00 - 23:50
Sunday 08:45 - 00:00
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead Central and Rainhill

The travel time between Birkenhead Central and Rainhill by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 39 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead Central and Rainhill vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

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

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Birkenhead Central and Rainhill. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Rainhill, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birkenhead Central & Rainhill. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and Rainhill.

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