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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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11

train journeys
per day

195

miles (314 kms)

5hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:43 / 00:27

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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On a typical weekday there are 11 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Birkenhead North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Birkenhead North is approximately 195 miles (314 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 33 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Birkenhead North.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Birkenhead North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Colchester to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:43
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:43
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    7 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:47
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    11:43
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    13:43
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    19:07
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:43
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    17:03
    5 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    22:17
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    18:43
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    23:03
    10 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    09:32
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    23:22
    12 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    12:07
    Colchester
    Birkenhead North
    Colchester to Birkenhead North

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 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 Colchester and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Colchester and Birkenhead North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 33 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Birkenhead North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 11 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:27.

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Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 11 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Colchester and Birkenhead North.

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