This websites requires JavaScript to work. It looks like your browser doesn't support JavaScript, or has it turned off. Please try again with JavaScript support.

credit-card Passengers Seat Reservations info Mobile ticket available

Trains from Forest Gate to Birkenhead North (BKN)

Find the cheapest fares to Birkenhead North by splitting your tickets

15

train journeys
per day

182

miles (293 kms)

4hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Forest Gate to Birkenhead North (BKN)

Buy tickets from Forest Gate to Birkenhead North. Explore the list of all train routes from Forest Gate to Birkenhead North and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Gate and Birkenhead North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Gate to Birkenhead North is approximately 182 miles (293 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 39 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Gate and Birkenhead North.

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

Journeys from Forest Gate to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:26
    8 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    09:17
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    06:41
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    5 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    12:47
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:41
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    5 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    14:47
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    11:03
    5 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    16:47
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    12:41
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:41
    4 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    19:07
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    15:41
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    16:03
    5 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    21:47
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    17:48
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    22:17
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    19:41
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    21:33
    9 hrs 59 mins 4 changes
    07:32
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    23:56
    8 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    08:47
    Forest Gate
    Birkenhead North
    Forest Gate to Birkenhead North

About Forest Gate Station

Station name Forest Gate (FOG)
Address Forest Gate station, Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, Greater London, E7 0NF
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:40
Saturday 06:40 - 18:40
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Forest Gate and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Forest Gate 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 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Gate and Birkenhead North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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

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

By booking your tickets on traintickets.com!

There are many ways to save on the cost of train travel between Forest Gate and Birkenhead North. On traintickets.com, we do all the work for you to find the cheapest way possible to get to Birkenhead North, and can save you up to 90%! Simply search for your journey, and be assured we have found you the best possible price.

See our page on Split Ticketing for a full explanation, & read our other tips on how to get the cheapest train tickets.

No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Forest Gate & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Gate and Birkenhead North.

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