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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birkenhead to Chester
- Cheapest price on Nov 10
- €10
- Average ticket price on Nov 10
- €11
- Fastest journey on Nov 10
- 45 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 10
- 47 m
- Trains on Nov 10
- 18
- Distance
- 24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birkenhead to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birkenhead to Chester will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
On Tue, Nov 10, we found 18 trains from Birkenhead to Chester, including 8 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
On Tue, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
C079268:04 AM 0h56 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 9:00 AM Chester station (CTR) €10 1 One-way 0 transfers- C07927
8:19 AM 0h56 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) €10 1 One-way 0 transfers - C07929
8:34 AM 0h56 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 9:30 AM Chester station (CTR) €10 1 One-way 0 transfers - C08045 · C07927
8:30 AM 0h45 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) €10 1 One-way 1 transfer - C08043 · C07924
8:00 AM 0h45 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 8:45 AM Chester station (CTR) €10 1 One-way 1 transfer
- C08045 · C07927
8:30 AM 0h45 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) €10 1 One-way 1 transfer - C08043 · C07924
8:00 AM 0h45 Birkenhead Central (BKC) 8:45 AM Chester station (CTR) €10 1 One-way 1 transfer - C08047 · C07931
8:57 AM 0h48 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) 9:45 AM Chester station (CTR) €11 1 One-way 1 transfer - C08045 · C07927
8:27 AM 0h48 Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) €11 1 One-way 1 transfer - G86316 · C07927
8:24 AM 0h51 Conway Park (CNP) 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) €11 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Birkenhead to Chester
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Trains from Birkenhead to Chester run on average 22 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 33m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 33m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Live departures
Birkenhead to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Birkenhead to Chester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C08043 · C07924 | 8:00 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h45 | 8:45 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| C07926 | 8:04 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h56 | 9:00 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C07926 | 8:06 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h54 | 9:00 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86318 · C07926 | 8:09 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 0h51 | 9:00 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| C07927 | 8:19 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h56 | 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C07927 | 8:21 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h54 | 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86316 · C07927 | 8:24 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 0h51 | 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| C08045 · C07927 | 8:27 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h48 | 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| C08045 · C07927 | 8:30 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h45 | 9:15 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| C07929 | 8:34 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h56 | 9:30 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C07929 | 8:36 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h54 | 9:30 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86314 · C07929 | 8:39 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 0h51 | 9:30 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| C07931 | 8:49 AM Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0h56 | 9:45 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C07931 | 8:51 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h54 | 9:45 AM Chester station (CTR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G86312 · C07931 | 8:54 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 0h51 | 9:45 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| C08047 · C07931 | 8:57 AM Birkenhead Hamilton Square (BKQ) | 0h48 | 9:45 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| G86309 · C07933 | 9:09 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 0h51 | 10:00 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
| G86306 · C07935 | 9:24 AM Conway Park (CNP) | 0h51 | 10:15 AM Chester station (CTR) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Birkenhead to Chester
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birkenhead to Chester
Most Birkenhead to Chester trains use the Birkenhead Hamilton Square to Chester station pair. Use this guide to compare Birkenhead and Chester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birkenhead Hamilton Square from Birkenhead city centre
Birkenhead Hamilton Square train station facilities and services
Birkenhead Hamilton Square has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square. ATMs are available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkenhead Hamilton Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform.” Lifts can be used to access platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Birkenhead Central from Birkenhead city centre
Birkenhead Central train station facilities and services
Birkenhead Central has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birkenhead Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birkenhead Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birkenhead Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birkenhead Central: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birkenhead Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform.” Lifts can be used to access platforms, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Conway Park from Birkenhead city centre
Conway Park train station facilities and services
Conway Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Conway Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Conway Park. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Conway Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Conway Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Conway Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Lifts can be used to access platforms, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Chester station do trains from Birkenhead arrive at?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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