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Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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41

train journeys
per day

17

miles (27 kms)

1hrs 20 mins

fastest journey

01:02 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Runcorn East (RUE) to Birkenhead North (BKN)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn East and Birkenhead North , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn East to Birkenhead North is approximately 17 miles (27 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 39 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Birkenhead North.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn East to Birkenhead North. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 20 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn East to Birkenhead North Today

  • Mon 6th May
    01:02
    6 hrs 2 changes
    07:02
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    06:26
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    07:52
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    06:51
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    08:17
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:12
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:32
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:26
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:02
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    07:41
    1 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    09:17
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:12
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:32
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:27
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:52
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    08:40
    1 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    10:02
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:11
    1 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:32
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    09:29
    1 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    10:52
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    10:12
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    11:32
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    10:25
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    11:52
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    11:12
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    12:32
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    11:27
    1 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    13:32
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    12:25
    1 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    13:12
    1 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:32
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:52
    Runcorn East
    Birkenhead North
    Runcorn East to Birkenhead North

About Runcorn East Station

Station name Runcorn East (RUE)
Address Runcorn East station, Barnfield Avenue, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 6EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 12:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:15
Sunday Closed
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 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 Runcorn East and Birkenhead North

The travel time between Runcorn East and Birkenhead North by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 20 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn East and Birkenhead North vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn East 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 Runcorn East & Birkenhead North. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn East and Birkenhead North.

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