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Birkenhead Central to Chester train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birkenhead Central to Chester? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$9.37, with average prices for this route around US$10.09. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:48 Birkenhead Central	06:25 Chester	37m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:17 Birkenhead Central	06:55 Chester	38m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:51 Birkenhead Central	07:27 Chester	36m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:22 Birkenhead Central	07:57 Chester	35m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:52 Birkenhead Central	08:27 Chester	35m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:22 Birkenhead Central	08:57 Paris	35m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birkenhead Central to Chester train route details

First train

05:48

Last train

23:52

Departure station

Birkenhead Central

Arrival station

Chester

Journey time

34m

Distance

24 km

Price

US$9.37*

Train Operators

Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Birkenhead Central to Chester

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Birkenhead Central to Chester. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Birkenhead Central to Chester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birkenhead Central to Chester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birkenhead Central to Chester train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Birkenhead Central to Chester from US$9.37

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Birkenhead Central to Chester train prices and times

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