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Chester to Birkenhead Central train prices and times

Planning a journey from Chester to Birkenhead Central? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$10.23, with average prices for this route around US$10.23. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
17:31 32m, Direct Chester	18:03 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
17:45 34m, Direct Chester	18:19 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
18:01 32m, Direct Chester	18:33 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
18:15 34m, Direct Chester	18:49 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
18:30 34m, Direct Chester	19:04 Birkenhead Central	Find Tickets
18:48 36m, Direct Chester	19:24 Paris	Find Tickets

Chester to Birkenhead Central train route details

First train

05:54

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Chester

Arrival station

Birkenhead Central

Journey time

32m

Distance

24 km

Price

US$10.23*

Train Operators

Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Chester to Birkenhead Central

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Chester to Birkenhead Central can result in significant cost savings.

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 Chester to Birkenhead Central, 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 Chester to Birkenhead Central 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.

Chester to Birkenhead Central 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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