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Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Branksome (BSM)

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19

train journeys
per day

191

miles (308 kms)

6hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:34 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 5 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Branksome (BSM)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead North and Branksome , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead North to Branksome is approximately 191 miles (308 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 30 mins.

East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Branksome.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead North to Branksome. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead North to Branksome Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:34
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    7 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    14:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    07:34
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    15:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    08:34
    6 hrs 55 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    15:29
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    6 hrs 50 mins 5 changes
    15:29
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    09:34
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    17:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    10:34
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    18:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    7 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    18:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    11:24
    7 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    19:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    12:39
    7 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    20:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    13:24
    7 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    21:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    14:39
    7 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    22:17
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    15:34
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    23:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    16:39
    7 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    00:15
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    17:34
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    01:22
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    18:39
    11 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    06:16
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    19:49
    12 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    07:51
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    23:04
    11 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    10:29
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome
  • Mon 6th May
    23:34
    11 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    11:13
    Birkenhead North
    Branksome
    Birkenhead North to Branksome

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 Branksome Station

Station name Branksome (BSM)
Address Branksome station, Poole Road, Branksome, Dorset, BH12 1DF
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:05 - 10:00
Saturday 08:00 - 11:00
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead North and Branksome

The travel time between Birkenhead North and Branksome by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead North and Branksome vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:34, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Birkenhead North and Branksome 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 & Branksome. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, South Western Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and Branksome.

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