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Journey information
Overview: Train from West Kirby to Birchwood
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from West Kirby to Birchwood run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 23:01 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), Merseyrail from West Kirby to Birchwood trainsNorthern Rail (3), Merseyrail trains will get you between West Kirby and Birchwood from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Northern Rail (3) frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Merseyrail
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 12m
Cheapest Price
£12
Merseyrail frequency
16 a day
FAQs: West Kirby to Birchwood train
FAQs: Travel by train from West Kirby to Birchwood easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from West Kirby to Birchwood.
To fully enjoy Birchwood's attractions and activities, plan for a stay of about 2 to 3 days.
Booking trains from West Kirby to Birchwood in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from West Kirby to Birchwood is 44 km.
The cost of a train ticket from West Kirby to Birchwood can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from West Kirby to Birchwood covers a distance of 44 km and takes approximately 1h 12m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cheapest way to get from West Kirby to Birchwood is by train, costing approximately £12.
The first train from West Kirby to Birchwood leaves at 5:51.
The train station in West Kirby that goes to Birchwood is West Kirby station (WKI), and it arrives at Birchwood station (BWD).
The last train from West Kirby to Birchwood departs at 23:01.
Trains from West Kirby to Birchwood run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from West Kirby to Birchwood.
Yes, you can take the train from West Kirby to Birchwood.
To travel from West Kirby to Birchwood, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from West Kirby to Birchwood.
There is no night train service from West Kirby to Birchwood.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in West Kirby and Birchwood
West Kirby
Birchwood
The major train station for departures in West Kirby is West Kirby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at West Kirby for your trip from West Kirby to Birchwood.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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”
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for West Kirby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: West Kirby, Wirral
The major train station for arrivals in Birchwood is Birchwood. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Birchwood for your journey to Birchwood from West Kirby.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:10 - 22:00 Sunday 08:10 - 22:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to ticket hall and platform 1. Lift and Stepped footbridge to platform 2. Note Lifts available from first to last train.
- 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
WC
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Bike shed by bus stop, platform 1 by footbridge, platform 2 by footbridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Birchwood
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services call outside the station entrance.
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