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Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Plymouth (PLY)

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21

train journeys
per day

214

miles (345 kms)

6hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:39 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to Plymouth (PLY)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead North and Plymouth , 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 Plymouth is approximately 214 miles (345 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 33 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead North to Plymouth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead North to Plymouth Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:39
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:48
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:34
    6 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:39
    6 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    14:47
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    6 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:49
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:19
    6 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    16:12
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:04
    6 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    16:47
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:19
    6 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    17:12
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:09
    6 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:19
    6 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    18:17
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:09
    6 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    18:47
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:09
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:20
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:19
    7 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    20:20
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:04
    6 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    20:49
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:19
    6 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    21:12
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:39
    6 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    21:51
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:39
    6 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:39
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    23:43
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:19
    10 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    05:38
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    20:19
    13 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:39
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:04
    11 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Birkenhead North
    Plymouth
    Birkenhead North to Plymouth

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 Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead North and Plymouth

The travel time between Birkenhead North and Plymouth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead North and Plymouth 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 06:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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

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

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