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Trains from Portslade (PLD) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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19

train journeys
per day

213

miles (343 kms)

5hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:47 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Portslade (PLD) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Portslade and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Portslade to Birkenhead Central is approximately 213 miles (343 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 11 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Portslade and Birkenhead Central.

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

Journeys from Portslade to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    12:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    13:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    14:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:17
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    15:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    16:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:17
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    17:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    18:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:17
    5 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    19:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:17
    5 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    20:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:47
    5 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    21:34
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:47
    5 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    22:07
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    18:47
    5 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    23:52
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    20:17
    11 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    07:22
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    22:17
    10 hrs 20 mins 4 changes
    08:37
    Portslade
    Birkenhead Central
    Portslade to Birkenhead Central

About Portslade Station

Station name Portslade (PLD)
Address Portslade station, Portland Road, Portslade, West Sussex, BN3 5SG
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:55 - 19:20
Saturday 05:55 - 19:20
Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Birkenhead Central Station

Station name Birkenhead Central (BKC)
Address Birkenhead Central station, Argyle Street South, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 9DB
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:07
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:07
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:07
Thursday 05:32 - 00:07
Friday 05:32 - 00:07
Saturday 05:32 - 00:07
Sunday 07:34 - 00:07
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Portslade and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Portslade and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Portslade and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Portslade & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Portslade and Birkenhead Central.

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