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Trains from Ely (ELY) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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29

train journeys
per day

155

miles (250 kms)

4hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:13

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

9

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Ely (ELY) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Ely and Birkenhead North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ely to Birkenhead North is approximately 155 miles (250 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 51 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Birkenhead North.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ely to Birkenhead North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Ely to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:30
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:47
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    06:12
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    11:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    06:49
    4 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:47
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:12
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    12:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:49
    4 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    13:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:53
    4 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    13:52
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    14:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:53
    4 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    14:47
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    10:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    15:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    10:51
    4 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    15:47
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    11:51
    4 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    16:47
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    12:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    17:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    4 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    17:47
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    13:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    18:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    5 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    19:07
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:50
    5 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    20:02
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    15:15
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:32
    Ely
    Birkenhead North
    Ely to Birkenhead North

About Ely Station

Station name Ely (ELY)
Address Ely station, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4BS
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 18:30
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 Unavailable

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 Ely and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Ely and Birkenhead North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 51 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ely and Birkenhead North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:13.

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

Amenities on trains between Ely 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 Ely & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Merseyrail, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Ely and Birkenhead North.

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