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Compare train and coach for Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 3 km
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35m Average total duration Fastest 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC) trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:47 Liverpool James Street (LVJ) | 0h05 | 07:52 Birkenhead Central (BKC) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC)
Trains from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 07:47. The fastest train covers the 3 km distance in 5m.
Distance 3 km |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 05:46 |
Last train 07:47 |
Train companies: Merseyrail from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC) trainsMerseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool James Street (LVJ) and Birkenhead Central (BKC) from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool James Street (LVJ) to Birkenhead Central (BKC) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Birkenhead Central (BKC), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool James Street (LVJ) and Birkenhead Central (BKC)
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- 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”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: N/A
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: James Street Station, James Street, Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:32 - 00:07 Sunday 07:34 - 00:07 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: No
- 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
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Liverpool bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Argyle Street, Birkenhead
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