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Trains from Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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8

train journeys
per day

176

miles (283 kms)

4hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

05:49 / 07:15

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Glasgow Central and Birkenhead North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North is approximately 176 miles (283 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 9 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Glasgow Central and Birkenhead North.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:49
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Glasgow Central
    Birkenhead North
    Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:11
    5 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Glasgow Central
    Birkenhead North
    Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Glasgow Central
    Birkenhead North
    Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    5 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    16:52
    Glasgow Central
    Birkenhead North
    Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    13:09
    4 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Glasgow Central
    Birkenhead North
    Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:02
    6 hrs 2 changes
    20:02
    Glasgow Central
    Birkenhead North
    Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    17:07
    4 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    21:47
    Glasgow Central
    Birkenhead North
    Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    21:45
    12 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Glasgow Central
    Birkenhead North
    Glasgow Central to Birkenhead North

About Glasgow Central Station

Station name Glasgow Central (GLC)
Address Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

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

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
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 Glasgow Central and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Glasgow Central and Birkenhead North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Glasgow Central and Birkenhead North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:49, and the last train of the day leaves at 07:15.

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

Amenities on trains between Glasgow Central 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 Glasgow Central & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Caledonian Sleeper, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Glasgow Central and Birkenhead North.

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