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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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23

train journeys
per day

202

miles (326 kms)

5hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

03:45 / 22:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

8

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Birkenhead Central , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Birkenhead Central is approximately 202 miles (326 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 15 mins.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, c2c, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Birkenhead Central.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Birkenhead Central. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to Birkenhead Central Today

  • Mon 6th May
    03:45
    5 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    09:07
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    04:34
    6 hrs 4 changes
    10:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    05:18
    5 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    10:52
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    06:18
    6 hrs 16 mins 4 changes
    12:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    13:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    08:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    14:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    14:52
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    09:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    15:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    10:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    16:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    11:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    17:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    12:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    18:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:35
    5 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    18:59
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    13:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    19:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    14:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    20:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    15:48
    5 hrs 46 mins 4 changes
    21:34
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    16:35
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    22:07
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central
  • Mon 6th May
    18:35
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    23:52
    Southend Central
    Birkenhead Central
    Southend Central to Birkenhead Central

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Southend Central and Birkenhead Central

The travel time between Southend Central and Birkenhead Central by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Birkenhead Central vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 03:45, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:58.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend Central 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 Southend Central & Birkenhead Central. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail, c2c, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Birkenhead Central.

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