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Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to West Kilbride (WKB)

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16

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

4hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

07:19 / 23:48

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birkenhead North (BKN) to West Kilbride (WKB)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Birkenhead North and West Kilbride , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birkenhead North to West Kilbride is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 52 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and West Kilbride.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birkenhead North to West Kilbride. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Birkenhead North to West Kilbride Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:19
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    13:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:09
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    14:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:04
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    15:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:19
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    16:38
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:09
    5 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    17:34
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:09
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    18:05
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:04
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:19
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:09
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    21:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:19
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    22:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:09
    5 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    23:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:04
    11 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    07:50
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:19
    12 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    08:37
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:04
    10 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    09:37
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:34
    11 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    10:36
    Birkenhead North
    West Kilbride
    Birkenhead North to West Kilbride

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 West Kilbride Station

Station name West Kilbride (WKB)
Address West Kilbride station, Cubrieshaw Street, West Kilbride, North Ayrshire, KA23 9BP
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birkenhead North and West Kilbride

The travel time between Birkenhead North and West Kilbride by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birkenhead North and West Kilbride vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:19, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:48.

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Amenities on trains between Birkenhead North and West Kilbride 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 & West Kilbride. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between Birkenhead North and West Kilbride.

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