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Trains from Margate (MAR) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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15

train journeys
per day

233

miles (375 kms)

5hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 00:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Margate (MAR) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Margate 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 Margate to Birkenhead North is approximately 233 miles (375 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 32 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Margate to Birkenhead North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Margate to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:26
    10 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    10:52
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    05:50
    6 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    12:47
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    6 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    14:47
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:04
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    6 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    16:47
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    11:04
    5 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    13:04
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    19:07
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:04
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    20:02
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    14:50
    6 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    21:47
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    16:04
    6 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    22:17
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    18:04
    5 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    00:02
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    20:30
    11 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    22:04
    10 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    08:47
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    23:59
    11 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    11:32
    Margate
    Birkenhead North
    Margate to Birkenhead North

About Margate Station

Station name Margate (MAR)
Address Margate station, Station Approach, Margate, Kent, CT9 5AD
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 19:30
Saturday 06:15 - 19:30
Sunday 09:10 - 16:40
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 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 Margate and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Margate and Birkenhead North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Margate 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 00:10.

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

Amenities on trains between Margate 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 Margate & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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