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Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Thanet Parkway (THP)

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17

train journeys
per day

233

miles (375 kms)

5hrs 31 mins

fastest journey

07:17 / 00:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

8

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkenhead Central (BKC) to Thanet Parkway (THP)

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On a typical weekday there are 17 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead Central and Thanet Parkway , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 17 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway is approximately 233 miles (375 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 46 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and Thanet Parkway.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 31 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway Today

  • Mon 27th May
    07:17
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    12:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    08:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    09:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    14:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    10:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    15:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    11:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    16:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    12:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    17:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    13:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    18:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    14:19
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:51
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    15:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    16:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    17:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    18:19
    5 hrs 31 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    18:42
    6 hrs 9 mins 4 changes
    00:51
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    20:20
    11 hrs 39 mins 4 changes
    07:59
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    21:49
    11 hrs 3 changes
    08:49
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    23:49
    10 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    09:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet Parkway
  • Mon 27th May
    23:52
    9 hrs 58 mins 4 changes
    09:50
    Birkenhead Central
    Thanet Parkway
    Birkenhead Central to Thanet 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 Thanet Parkway Station

Station name Thanet Parkway (THP)
Address Thanet Parkway station, Parkway Approach, Cliffsend, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 5HN
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead Central and Thanet Parkway

The travel time between Birkenhead Central and Thanet Parkway by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 46 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 31 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead Central and Thanet Parkway vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 17 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:26.

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

Amenities on trains between Birkenhead Central and Thanet 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 & Thanet Parkway. owever, there are 17 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Southeastern, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead Central and Thanet Parkway.

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