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Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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22

train journeys
per day

172

miles (276 kms)

4hrs 37 mins

fastest journey

00:39 / 00:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Bishops Stortford (BIS) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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On a typical weekday there are 22 scheduled rail journeys between Bishops Stortford and Birkenhead North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 22 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North is approximately 172 miles (276 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 39 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Bishops Stortford and Birkenhead North.

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

Journeys from Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:39
    8 hrs 38 mins 3 changes
    09:17
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    06:09
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    6 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    12:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:09
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    12:52
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    12:52
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:39
    6 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    14:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    10:09
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:52
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    14:52
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    10:39
    6 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    16:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    12:09
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    16:52
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    12:15
    4 hrs 37 mins 4 changes
    16:52
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:09
    4 hrs 58 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    19:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    4 hrs 52 mins 4 changes
    19:07
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    15:09
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    20:02
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    15:15
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    20:02
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    15:39
    6 hrs 8 mins 4 changes
    21:47
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    17:09
    5 hrs 8 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    22:17
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    17:15
    5 hrs 2 mins 4 changes
    22:17
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    19:09
    4 hrs 53 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    00:02
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    19:15
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    00:02
    Bishops Stortford
    Birkenhead North
    Bishops Stortford to Birkenhead North

About Bishops Stortford Station

Station name Bishops Stortford (BIS)
Address Bishops Stortford station, Station Road, Bishops Stortford, Essex, CM23 3BL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 07:00 - 21:00
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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Bishops Stortford and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Bishops Stortford and Birkenhead North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 37 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bishops Stortford and Birkenhead North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 22 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:32.

First class tickets on trains between Bishops Stortford and Birkenhead North typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Bishops Stortford and Birkenhead North can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Bishops Stortford & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 22 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Bishops Stortford and Birkenhead North.

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