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Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Balcombe (BAB)

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21

train journeys
per day

204

miles (328 kms)

4hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

06:09 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead North and Balcombe , 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 North to Balcombe is approximately 204 miles (328 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 17 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Balcombe.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead North to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 37 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead North to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:09
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:39
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    11:16
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:34
    4 hrs 42 mins 4 changes
    12:16
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:19
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:39
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    20:16
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    20:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:39
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    21:16
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    21:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:19
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    22:46
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:19
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    23:51
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:19
    9 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    05:45
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:04
    10 hrs 12 mins 4 changes
    09:16
    Birkenhead North
    Balcombe
    Birkenhead North to Balcombe

About Birkenhead North Station

Station name Birkenhead North (BKN)
Address Birkenhead North station, Station Road, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 7AZ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:49 - 00:17
Tuesday 05:49 - 00:17
Wednesday 05:49 - 00:17
Thursday 05:49 - 00:17
Friday 05:49 - 00:17
Saturday 05:49 - 00:17
Sunday 07:49 - 00:17
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Balcombe Station

Station name Balcombe (BAB)
Address Balcombe station, London Road, Balcombe, West Sussex, RH17 6JQ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead North and Balcombe

The travel time between Birkenhead North and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead North and Balcombe 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 06:09, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Birkenhead North and Balcombe 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 North & Balcombe. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Balcombe.

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