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Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North train prices and times

Planning a journey from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as US$7.82, with average prices for this route around US$7.82. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
18:51 41m, No direct Capenhurst	19:32 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
19:06 41m, No direct Capenhurst	19:47 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
19:20 42m, No direct Overpool	20:02 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
19:36 41m, No direct Capenhurst	20:17 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
19:50 42m, No direct Overpool	20:32 Birkenhead North	Find Tickets
20:02 45m, No direct Capenhurst	20:47 Paris	Find Tickets

Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North train route details

First train

06:20

Last train

23:47

Departure station

Ellesmere Port

Arrival station

Birkenhead North

Journey time

38m

Distance

18 km

Price

US$7.82*

Train Operators

Merseyrail

How to book cheap train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North 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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Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North train prices and times

Ellesmere Port to Birkenhead North train route details